Real Madrid faced Sevilla at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan on May 17, 2026, in a match where pride was the only stake for the visitors. Despite Sevilla's urgent need to secure points for both European qualification and survival, it was Real Madrid who struck first within the opening 15 minutes of this intense La Liga encounter.

Sevilla began the match with high energy, nearly capitalizing on an opportunity when Akor Adams came close to converting an Oso cross. However, the momentum shifted quickly when Vinicius Junior found himself with the ball inside the Sevilla penalty area. Demonstrating his clinical finishing ability, he struck a precise shot into the bottom corner, leaving Sevilla goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos with no chance.

Key Moments:

• 15th Minute: Vinicius Junior scores, making it Sevilla 0-1 Real Madrid.
• The goal silenced the home crowd and showcased Vinicius's exceptional skill, particularly after great hold-up play from Kylian Mbappé.

The goal not only gave Real Madrid an early advantage but also highlighted Vinicius's ability to perform under pressure, even when the stakes were low for his team. As the match progressed, the implications of the scoreline would weigh heavily on Sevilla as they continued to fight for their season's ambitions.