Atlético Madrid secured an away victory against Sevilla FC at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán on August 29, with a goal from Alex Baena proving decisive. The match, from the third round of the 2026/27 LaLiga EA Sports season, was captured in images by photographer José Luis Contreras for NurPhoto, as reported by Reuters Connect.
The red-and-white side took all three points from a traditionally difficult stadium, handing Sevilla their first defeat of the early campaign. This loss is part of the context for Sevilla's current start to the 2026/27 season, where they sit seventh in the standings with 7 points from four games. Their record shows two wins, one draw, and the mentioned loss to Atlético, forming part of their recent sequence of results.
How does this result affect Sevilla's season?
The defeat to a direct rival like Atlético is a first stumble at home, but the team maintains positive numbers overall. So far, Sevilla has scored 7 goals and conceded 6, giving them a +1 goal difference. However, Barcelona's win elsewhere stretches the gap to the top, leaving Sevilla 5 points behind the leaders. The team needs consistency to avoid falling behind in the early stages of the competition.
The absence of forward Rubén Vargas, currently on the injuries list, is a factor in the team's attacking output. His unavailability limits the manager's options up front, an area where efficiency will be key to picking up points in upcoming fixtures. The next challenge is immediate and at home.
What is Sevilla FC's next match?
The schedule offers no respite, and Sevilla must now prepare for their next LaLiga commitment. The team will host Valencia CF at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán on September 11. Valencia, who arrive for this match sitting 20th in the table, represents a clear opportunity for Sevilla to bounce back and win again in their fortress. The details of this and all upcoming matches can be found on the club's fixtures page.
A win against Valencia would be important to get back on track after the international break and stays in the upper half of the table. The team will aim to prove the loss to Atlético was an isolated incident.
What did the licensed match image show?
The agency NurPhoto, via the Reuters Connect platform, distributed a licensed photograph of the match taken by José Luis Contreras. The snapshot, measuring 5000 by 3335 pixels, captures the exact moment Atlético Madrid's Alex Baena celebrates his goal in front of the home fans. The image, identified with the code MT1NURPHO000DB47J1, serves as a graphic record of the match's decisive moment.
The work of photographers like Contreras documents the history of each league matchday. Baena's goal, celebrated emphatically, was thus immortalized for the sports archive. The match was played in the city of Seville, Spain, under the organization of LaLiga EA Sports. The squad now focuses on preparation for the clash with Valencia, on September 11 at the Sánchez-Pizjuán.
