Sergio Ramos was one of the biggest stars currently playing outside of Europe ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, and the former Real Madrid defender and Spain legend delivered in his first match of the tournament when he scored the opening goal of Monterrey's debut match against Inter.

Monterrey's Sergio Ramos, left, celebrates with Gerardo Arteaga after scoring the opening goal during the Club World Cup group E soccer match between CF Monterrey and Inter Milan in Pasadena, Calif., Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Credit: AP

After missing nearly two months with a thigh injury, Ramos returned to action on June 10, playing the first half of Monterrey’s 3–0 win over Atlante. Sergio Ramos has nothing left to prove. With 1,005 matches,