The Andalusian side's Remarkable 4-1 Victory Against Barcelona Shifts La Liga Championship Battle
On a shocking matchday encounter, Sevilla delivered a resounding 4-1 loss to Barcelona, ending the title holders' unbeaten run in La Liga and denying them from climbing back to the top spot of the competition.
First Half Dominance by Sevilla
The hosts took the upper hand in the 13th minute, after their forward was fouled amid jostling for the ball with Ronald AraĂşjo close to the visitors' six-yard box. The Chilean veteran scored the subsequent PK, sending the keeper the opposite direction.
Increased Advantage and The Catalans' Answer
Sevilla's striker doubled Sevilla's lead in the 37th minute, although the Manchester United loanee pulled one back from the midfielder's through ball to make it 2-1 moments before the interval.
Wasted Opportunity and Closing Finishes
Xavi's side were awarded a clear opening to draw level when Adnan Januzaj tripped the full-back within the area. Yet, Barcelona's top scorer sent his spot-kick wide in the 76th minute. Another Sevilla player and Akor Adams then netted two further goals to wrap up the win, leaving Barcelona two points the table-toppers, the Madrid side.
Other Matches Across Europe
Meanwhile, in Spain, Celta Vigo welcomed the Madrid outfit. The Italian top flight featured a high-profile clash as the Rossoneri traveled to the Turin giants in the primetime game, after Napoli entertained the newly-promoted team.
