Barcelona Suffers First League Defeat in 4-1 Loss to Sevilla
Barcelona’s undefeated run in La Liga came to an abrupt end as they fell 4-1 to Sevilla at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium, relinquishing their position at the top of the table in a disappointing performance.
The defeat prompted stark reactions from players and coaching staff alike. Midfielder Pedri was particularly critical, stating “We’ve never played a game as bad as today” and describing the team’s performance as “horrible.” The young Canary Islander expressed his determination to use the upcoming international break for improvement.
Frenkie de Jong pointed to the team’s demanding schedule as a contributing factor, noting that playing seven matches in 21 days had taken its toll on the squad. Meanwhile, defender Pau Cubarsà acknowledged the team’s failure to match the intensity required at such a challenging venue.
Despite the disappointing result, head coach Hansi Flick maintained an optimistic outlook, praising the team’s work ethic and second-half effort. He viewed the upcoming international break as an opportunity for the team to regroup and recover.
Ten Barcelona players will now depart for international duty, with Marcus Rashford joining the England squad despite recent injury concerns. Left-back Alejandro Balde, who featured in the second half, emphasized that the team has “many things to adjust” upon their return.
In more positive news for the club, Barcelona Atlètic, the reserve team, continued their strong form with a 2-0 victory over Olot, marking their fourth win in five matches. Sama Nomoko and Brian Fariñas provided the goals in what was a bright spot on an otherwise challenging day for the club.
The defeat serves as a wake-up call for Barcelona, who will look to bounce back when domestic football resumes after the international break.
