Real Madrid: Season updates
A pulsating stumble upon that had everything
Real Madrid’s 1-1 draw with Sevilla on Saturday was a game that had everything. Both sides threw caution to the wind and produced a pulsating encounter that kept the fans on the edge of their seats.
Real Madrid had the majority of the possession and created the better chances, but Sevilla defended resolutely and were always a threat on the counter-attack. The game was full of tough tackles, angry faces, and loud chants, and it was exactly the kind of match that we have come to expect from these two sides.
In the end, it was a fair result. Real Madrid will be disappointed that they were unable to take all three points, but they will be pleased with the way they played. Sevilla, on the other hand, will be delighted with the point they earned, and they will take confidence from their performance.
Key talking points..
- Karim Benzema’s goalscoring form: The French striker continued his fine start to the season by scoring his eighth goal in nine league appearances. Benzema is the leading scorer in La Liga and is on course to win his first Pichichi Trophy.
- Vinicius Junior’s impact: The Brazilian winger was a constant threat to the Sevilla defense. He created a number of chances for his teammates and was unlucky not to score himself.
- Sergio Ramos’ return: The veteran defender made his first appearance for Sevilla since his move from Real Madrid in the summer. Ramos was at the heart of everything good that Sevilla did, and he will be a key player for them this season.
- The referee’s performance: The referee had a difficult night and made a number of controversial decisions. He ruled out two Real Madrid goals for offside, and he also awarded Sevilla a penalty that was later overturned by VAR.
Looking ahead
Real Madrid will face Chelsea in their next Champions League match on Wednesday. They will then travel to Barcelona for the first El Clásico of the season on October 16. Sevilla, on the other hand, will face Espanyol in their next La Liga match on Saturday.