Sevilla pulled off a stunning 4-1 win over Barcelona at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, handing Barça their first LaLiga loss under Hansi Flick and the first time Sevilla have beaten them in the league since 2015. It was a performance that exposed weaknesses in Barcelona’s defence, questioned their intensity, and showed Sevilla making full use of their opportunities. 
First Half: Sevilla Sets the Tone
From early on, Sevilla were aggressive and confident. In the 13th minute, Isaac Romero was fouled in the box in a tussle with Ronald Araújo; after a VAR check, Sevilla were awarded a penalty. Alexis Sánchez calmly converted. Not long after, Sevilla doubled their lead: Romero himself finishing off a well-worked counterattack.
Barcelona looked shaky. Their attacking combinations were disjointed; their defence was caught out repeatedly. It wasn’t until just before the break that they had any sort of spark: Marcus Rashford struck with an excellent volley to pull one back. That provided a moment of hope, but they trailed 2-1 at halftime.
Second Half: Missed Chances, Sevilla Capitalises
Barça came out aiming to level, but their momentum was blunted by a missed penalty in the 76th minute by Robert Lewandowski. That miss loomed large as Sevilla grew in confidence. 
As Barça pushed on, Sevilla punished the space left behind. Late goals from José Ángel Carmona and Akor Adams sealed the emphatic result, making it 4-1.
What Went Wrong for Barcelona
Defensive-structure failures: Sevilla exploited gaps, especially during transitions. Barcelona’s backline struggled for coordination, particularly when Sevilla committed numbers forward.
Lackluster attacking execution: Even when they had chances, Barcelona didn’t make them count. The penalty miss by Lewandowski was one of several opportunities that slipped away.
Intensity and tempo: Sevilla set a fast pace early on; Barcelona often looked reactive rather than proactive. The visitors never managed to fully take control of the game.
Key Players and Moments
Isaac Romero: Scored a goal and was central to creating the penalty. His counterattack goal showed both composure and opportunism.
Alexis Sánchez: Converted the early penalty and helped Sevilla take early control.
Marcus Rashford: Barça’s bright spark. His volley just before the break was a high point in an otherwise frustrating match for his team.
Implications & What’s Next
This result has several implications for both sides:
For Sevilla, it’s more than just three points. Breaking a ten-year drought of league wins over Barcelona gives real confidence. They showed that if they are disciplined, opportunistic, and make the most of their chances, they can punish even the biggest teams at home.
For Barcelona, this serves as a harsh wake-up call. The loss halts their unbeaten run and keeps them from reclaiming the top spot in the table. They will need to sharpen up defensively and become more clinical up front. The international break gives them a chance to recalibrate.
Final Thoughts
Sevilla vs Barcelona was supposed to be another test for Barça’s title credentials. Instead, it exposed too many frailties—poor defending, missed chances, and a lack of urgency. Sevilla, meanwhile, delivered a game plan executed with precision, mixing sharp counters with disciplined defending and seizing key moments.
For fans, it was a reminder that momentum in football can shift quickly. And for Barcelona, it shows that reputation and history only give so much—on the day, performance still matters most.
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