10 fun facts about Sergio Ramos
Sergio Ramos García is a Spanish professional footballer who started his career in Sevilla’s youth academy before joining the senior team for two seasons. In 2005, he transferred to Real Madrid, where he became a key player, winning numerous titles including La Liga and UEFA Champions League trophies. Ramos was instrumental in Real Madrid’s Champions…
Sergio Ramos García is a Spanish professional footballer who started his career in Sevilla’s youth academy before joining the senior team for two seasons. In 2005, he transferred to Real Madrid, where he became a key player, winning numerous titles including La Liga and UEFA Champions League trophies.
Ramos was instrumental in Real Madrid’s Champions League victories, earning a spot in the competition’s Squad of the Season multiple times. He also made significant contributions in the 2014 and 2016 Champions League finals. After leaving Real Madrid, Ramos signed with Paris Saint-Germain in 2021, winning Ligue 1 twice before returning to Sevilla.
On the international stage, he represented Spain in multiple World Cups and European Championships, winning the 2010 World Cup and the 2008 and 2012 European Championships. Ramos holds the record for being Spain’s youngest player to reach 100 caps, achieving this milestone in 2013. Some fun facts about him are;
1. A Horse lover
Ramos became the proud owner of Yucatan de Ramos, a grey stallion, back in 2016. This horse is renowned for its remarkable agility and speed. Ramos, being a passionate horse lover, actively takes part in various equestrian events and competitions.
Yucatan’s exceptional qualities were acknowledged when it secured the world championship title at the prestigious 2018 International PRE Horse Fair, solidifying its status as the finest pure-bred Spanish horse globally.
2. Loves bullfighting
Ramos has openly shown his appreciation for bullfighting and has been spotted attending such spectacles previously. Additionally, he has been captured in photographs donning the customary attire of bullfighters, including the renowned “traje de luces” (suit of lights) worn during corridas.
3. Nicknamed Schuster as a child
During his childhood, Ramos was known as ‘Bernd Schuster’ by his friends who he played with outside his apartment building, due to his position as a forward.
Despite transitioning to a defensive role in his professional career, playing as a right-back and center-back, he has continued to showcase his exceptional goal-scoring skills. Interestingly, he was coached by Schuster himself at Real Madrid from 2007 to 2008.
4. Most expensive Spanish teenager
Sergio Ramos held the title of being the priciest Spanish teenager for a period of time. When he made the move from Sevilla to Real Madrid in 2005, his transfer fee amounted to €27 million, setting a new record for the highest amount paid for a Spanish teenager.
5. Has never scored for Spain at a major tournament
Ramos holds the record for the most appearances for Spain, with a remarkable total of 180 matches. As a defender, it is truly impressive that he has managed to score 21 goals for his country.
However, it is quite surprising that he has never found the back of the net for Spain in any major tournament. All of his 21 goals have been scored during qualification rounds, friendlies, or in the UEFA Nations League.
Despite his prowess, Ramos has never been able to score in a World Cup, European Championship, or even the Confederations Cup, except for penalty shootouts.
6. Has received the most red cards in La Liga history
Ramos holds the record for the most red cards in La Liga history, having been shown the red card 20 times during his career in the top Spanish football league. In total, he has accumulated 28 red cards to date.
7. A record breaker
Ramos has demonstrated his exceptional talent not only in La Liga but also in the national team. As a defender, he holds the remarkable record of being selected for the UEFA Team of the Year eight times, which is unprecedented.
He was also included in the UEFA Euro Team of the competition in 2012, where Spain emerged victorious by defeating Italy 4-0. In addition to his recognition from UEFA, Ramos has been honored with a place in the FIFPro World XI on nine occasions and has also been included in the CL Squad of the campaign four times.
8. Most-capped Spanish footballer
Ramos holds the record for being Spain’s most experienced football player ever. In 2005, he marked his first appearance for the Spanish national team and went on to accumulate an impressive 180 caps throughout his career.
Throughout this period, he played a crucial role in Spain’s triumphs, contributing to their victories in the UEFA European Championship in 2008 and 2012, as well as the FIFA World Cup in 2010. By surpassing Iker Casillas’ previous record, Ramos solidified his position as a true legend in Spanish football.
9. Youngest European to reach 100 international caps
Back in 2013, Ramos achieved a remarkable feat by earning his 100th international cap for Spain. Not only did he reach this milestone, but he also became the youngest European player to do so. This incredible moment took place during a 2014 World Cup qualifier match against Finland, where Ramos showcased his skills by scoring a goal that ultimately secured a 1-1 draw.
10. Tattoos on his leg
Ramos proudly displays a tattoo on his leg to commemorate each of the Champions League victories he has achieved. With four titles under his belt at Real Madrid (2013/14, 2015/16, 2016/17, 2017/18), his ink tells the story of his success on the pitch.
