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39-year-old former Real Madrid superstar is still amazing, scoring his debut in the World Cup club match

10:31pm, 19 June 2025【Football】

In the first round of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Sergio Ramos became the focus of the game with a wonderful goal. The 39-year-old Spanish legendary central defender scored the first record for the team in the match against Serie A giants Inter Milan for Mexican team Monterrey, helping the team draw 1-1 with their opponents. When the 25th minute of the game was in progress, the former Real Madrid star jumped high in the penalty area, overwhelming all Inter defenders, headed the ball to break through goalkeeper Sommer's ten fingers and gained a lead for Monterrey. This is Ramos' first game since he returned from injury - he missed for two months due to injury. The

goal caused heated discussion, and fans were amazed that the video of Ramos' goal quickly became popular on social media. ESPN commented: "Ramos helped this Mexican team lead the Champions League runner-up with a domineering header." Well-known media B/R Football also said: "This is Ramos' signature scoring method."

Many fans also praised the veteran's performance on social platforms:

"I can't believe this is a goal that a man almost 40 years old jumped up and scored!"

"Ramos' level is still online!"

"Even Inter, known for his defense, can't defend him!"

Except for that wonderful entry Ramos's game data is also impressive: he completed 31 of 34 passes, with a success rate of up to 91%

contributed 3 accurate long passes

2 blocked shots

11 successfully intercepted

4 confrontations and won the whole game. He not only shone on the offensive end, but also showed strong dominance on the defensive end, and was the core and spiritual pillar of Monterrey's defense line.

Although Monterrey took the lead early, he failed to hold on to the victory. In the 42nd minute, Lautaro Martinez equalized the score for Inter Milan. In the end, the two sides shook hands 1-1 and made peace.

After the first round of Group E, Monterrey and Inter Milan each scored 1 point, ranking second and third in the group. The leader of this group is Argentine powerhouse River Plate, which defeated Japanese team Urawa Red Diamonds 3-1 earlier.