Before the match against Barcelona, Sergio Ramos had expressed his desire to score a goal in that match. However, wearing the Sevilla jersey, Ramos did score a goal at Camp Nou, but unfortunately, it was an own goal, meaning he scored in favor of Barcelona. This self-inflicted goal played a crucial role in Sevilla’s loss in the match.
The match had more drama off the field than on it, with both Sevilla and Barcelona involved in controversies. In particular, Sevilla had officially complained about the behavior of Barcelona’s directors sitting in the director’s box at the Olympic Stadium. This added to the tension surrounding the match.
On the field, Barcelona won the match 1-0, securing a valuable victory and climbing to the top of the points table. Despite Ramos’s unfortunate own goal, the match was intense, and Barcelona’s coach, Xavi, was satisfied with his team’s performance. He said, “We were not good against Sevilla. We lacked aggression and a winning mentality from any side. However, today, I am content. We have taken a step forward before the Champions League match.”
Regarding Ramos, who has been a longtime rival in El Clásico matches between Real Madrid and Barcelona, Xavi commented, “He is an extraordinary defender. At his age, he is playing football at the highest level, and much credit goes to his professionalism. The goal is unfortunate for him, but it benefited us. That’s life; football is life.”
So, while Ramos and Xavi have been fierce rivals in the past, they find themselves on opposing sides once again in Spain, competing passionately on the field.
