FC Barcelona suffered a major setback in their LaLiga 2025/26 campaign after a 4-1 defeat to Sevilla at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán on Matchday 8. Hansi Flick’s side looked unrecognizable, overwhelmed from start to finish by a Sevilla team that showed greater intensity and efficiency.

Goals from Alexis Sánchez, Isaac Romero, José Ángel Carmona, and Akor Adams sealed a miserable night for the Catalans, who only managed a consolation goal. The loss ended Barça’s unbeaten run and saw them surrender top spot to Real Madrid, sitting now on 19 points in the standings.

What Went Wrong for Hansi Flick’s Team?

Despite fielding a solid back line on paper — Koundé, Araújo, Cubarsí, and Gerard Martín — the Blaugrana were second-best in nearly every duel and failed to react throughout the match. The absences of Lamine Yamal and Raphinha were deeply felt, leaving Barcelona without width, creativity, or pressing rhythm.

After the game, Pedri was brutally honest in his assessment:

“The team needs to be self-critical. We lacked intensity and quality on the ball. We weren’t ourselves at any point in the match.”

When Was the Last Time Barcelona Conceded Four Goals?

The heavy loss to Sevilla ended a strong defensive streak. The last time Barcelona conceded four goals was in May 2025, during the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan.

That unforgettable clash at the Giuseppe Meazza ended 4-3 in favor of Inter, with goals from Lautaro Martínez, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Francesco Acerbi, and Davide Frattesi. Despite their effort in the first leg, the result eliminated Barça from the competition just short of the final.

What’s Next for Barcelona?

This defeat comes at a pivotal point in the season — right before the Champions League resumes and with El Clásico against Real Madrid on the horizon.

Next fixture: Saturday, October 18, vs Girona at the Olympic Stadium.

Hansi Flick’s men must respond quickly if they are to stay in contention for the title in what promises to be one of LaLiga’s most competitive seasons in recent years.