Sevilla
Sevilla emerged victorious in a dramatic 2-1 comeback against Rayo Vallecano in the opening fixture of the 2026/27 La Liga season. Peque’s penalty in the 97th minute sent the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán into raptures, capping a rollercoaster match that saw Rayo erupt early before Sevilla clawed their way back.
Rayo Vallecano Strike First
The visitors silenced the home crowd just four minutes in, as Álvaro García slotted home a clinical finish after a swift counter-attack. Sevilla looked rattled, struggling to contain Rayo’s energy in the opening exchanges. The hosts thought they had equalised in the 32nd minute, but referee Alejandro Hernández disallowed Isaac Romero’s effort following a VAR review for a foul in the buildup.
Sevilla Fight Back
The second half began with Sevilla making two substitutions, and the momentum shifted. In the 52nd minute, Jon Guridi stepped up to convert a penalty after a handball in the box. The goal ignited the Sevilla faithful, and Luis García Plaza’s side began to dominate. Rayo Vallecano’s frustrations grew, with Unai López and Fran Pérez both booked in quick succession as the visitors struggled to regain control.
Peque’s Late Drama
Sevilla’s hopes seemed to falter when Kike Salas was sent off in the 88th minute for a reckless challenge. But deep into stoppage time, Raúl Ure was fouled in the box, and Peque kept his composure to smash home the winning penalty. Rayo’s late protests earned Alemao a yellow card, but it was Sevilla who celebrated as the final whistle blew.
What This Means
Sevilla’s resilience secured a vital three points to kick off their La Liga campaign, while Rayo Vallecano will rue missed opportunities after their bright start. The result sets the tone for both teams’ seasons, with Sevilla looking to build on this momentum and Rayo seeking redemption in their next fixture.
Key Moments
4′ ⚽ Rayo Vallecano — A. Garcia
52′ ⚽ Sevilla — J. Guridi
88′ 🟥 Sevilla — K. Salas sent off
90+7′ ⚽ Sevilla — Peque