Sevilla struck first in the 13th minute when Alexis Sánchez converted a penalty after Isaac Romero went down in the box. VAR intervened to award the spot kick following a foul on Romero. From then on, Sevilla dominated possession and pressed high to unsettle Barcelona defenders.
Romero Doubles the Advantage
Later in the first half Sevilla made it 2-0. Romero found space on the break, with Ruben Vargas setting up the move. The counterattack caught Barcelona off guard and Romero placed the finish neatly into the net. Barcelona appeared flat, unable to match Sevilla’s tempo.
Rashford Offers Brief Hope
Just before halftime, Marcus Rashford pulled a goal back for Barcelona with a well-taken volley. The goal gave Barca fans something to believe in, and they entered the break with renewed energy. However, Sevilla’s defense remained alert and cautious, denying Barcelona further chances.
Lewandowski Misses Penalty, Sevilla Capitalizes
Midway through the second half, Robert Lewandowski had a chance to level from the penalty spot, but he missed. That miss proved costly. Afterward,Sevilla grew in confidence. They added two late goals: José Ángel Carmona scored first, then Akor Adams sealed the result deep into stoppage time. Barcelona’s defensive lapses hurt them badly.
Player Performances and Tactical Issues
For Sevilla, Alexis Sánchez impressed by winning the penalty and driving forward. Romero showed excellent timing in both scoring and supporting attacks. Meanwhile, Carmona and Adams took their chances when it mattered most.
Barcelona, by contrast, lost control in midfield. Their pressing looked disjointed, and defenders left spaces that Sevilla exploited. Pedri and Frenkie de Jong tried to build play, but they lacked enough support. Defensively, Barca failed to track runners and delayed reactions cost them.
What This Result Means
Sevilla earned their first LaLiga win over Barcelona since 2015. The victory boosts their confidence and improves their league standing. For Barcelona, the loss ends their unbeaten run in the league and slows their bid to reclaim first place. They must now address defensive mistakes and mental sharpness.
Conclusion
Sevilla’s 4-1 win over Barcelona topped a strong performance, combining clinical finishing with defensive solidity. Barcelona showed glimpses of fight, especially through Rashford, but their vulnerabilities surfaced at a bad time. Going forward, Sevilla builds momentum. Barcelona face questions over consistency and composure.
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