Sergio Ramos had a game to forget in Monterrey’s 2025 Apertura tournament. During Rayados’ Week 11 victory against Santos Laguna, the veteran defender and team captain saw two goals ruled out and endured relentless boos from his own fans at Estadio BBVA.
The frustration began before kickoff. Fans were already jeering when the lineups were announced, a reaction to Ramos’ high-profile miss in a heavy 6-2 defeat earlier in the week. In a Week 10 clash, the 38-year-old attempted a daring Panenka-style penalty that Toluca goalkeeper Hugo González easily saved, a moment that quickly went viral across Mexican soccer circles.
VAR rules out first header, second goal disallowed
In the first half against Santos Laguna, Ramos seemed to silence the critics when he soared for a powerful header off a cross from the left flank. But after a lengthy VAR review, officials ruled the World Cup winner offside, disallowing what would have been a morale-boosting opener.
Ramos thought he had finally scored in the second half when he found the net again, this time appearing to be onside. Yet his celebration was cut short once more as the referee disallowed the goal for a foul in the buildup.
Monterrey fans unhappy with Ramos
The Spanish star left the field with no goals and plenty of frustration, as Monterrey supporters made it clear they have not forgotten the missed penalty that cost him their affection. For Ramos, it was a night where nothing seemed to go right in front of his own fans, despite his team’s triumph.