Sergio Ramos is a Spanish footballer who plays as a centre-back and is Spain's most capped player, with 180 caps. He captained Real Madrid and spent 16 years there, from 2005 to 2021, before playing for Paris Saint-Germain, Sevilla and Monterrey. His contract with Monterrey ended in December 2025 and he became a free agent on 1 January 2026. He won the 2008 and 2012 European Championships and the 2010 World Cup with Spain, and four Champions League titles with Real Madrid.
Latest career news (2025-2026): Ramos signed a one-year deal with Monterrey of Mexico in February 2025. He made 27 appearances and scored 6 goals for the club in 2025, and played at the Club World Cup. In December 2025 he announced that he would leave Monterrey when his contract ended and become a free agent. His last cap for Spain came in 2021.
Early Life: Sergio Ramos was born on 30th March 1986 in Camas, near Seville, Spain. He joined the Sevilla youth system in 1996 and played for Sevilla Atlético in 2003-04. He moved into the Sevilla first team in 2004-05 and made 39 appearances for the club. He moved to Real Madrid in 2005.
Personal Life: Sergio Ramos married TV presenter Pilar Rubio on 15 June 2019 at Seville Cathedral. The couple have four sons: Sergio, Marco, Alejandro and Máximo Adriano. Ramos is a fan of bullfighting and plays the guitar in his free time.
Professional Life: In 2005, Ramos signed for Real Madrid for 27 million euros, a record fee for a Spanish defender. He played 469 games and scored 72 goals for Real Madrid. He started as a right-back and became a centre-back. His 22 major honours with Real Madrid include five La Liga titles and four Champions League titles.
Ramos was known for his aggressive play and collected many red cards. Real Madrid won the Champions League under his captaincy in 2016, 2017 and 2018. He moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and played 45 games there until 2023. He returned to Sevilla in 2023 and played 28 games, scoring 3 goals, before his contract ended in 2024. He then joined Monterrey in 2025.
| Clubs | Season |
| Sevilla Atlético | 2003-04 |
| Sevilla | 2004-05 |
| Real Madrid | 2005-21 |
| Paris Saint-Germain | 2021-23 |
| Sevilla | 2023-24 |
| Monterrey | 2025 |
Honors with Real Madrid:
- La Liga: 2006–07, 2007–08, 2011–12, 2016–17, 2019–20
- Copa del Rey: 2010–11, 2013–14
- Supercopa de España: 2008, 2012, 2017, 2020
- UEFA Champions League: 2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18
- UEFA Super Cup: 2014, 2016, 2017
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018
Achievements:
- FIFA FIFPro World XI: 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- UEFA Team of the Year: 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
- FIFA World Cup Dream Team: 2010
- UEFA Euro Team of the Tournament: 2012
- FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball: 2014
- UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season: 2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18
- UEFA Defender of the Season: 2017, 2018
International Awards:
Spain U-19
- UEFA European Under-19 Championship: 2004
Spain
- FIFA World Cup: 2010
- UEFA European Championship: 2008, 2012
- FIFA Confederations Cup: Runner-up 2013; Third place 2009
Physical Measurements:
Height: 6ft 0in (1.84 m)
Personal Details:
Full Name: Sergio Ramos Garcia
Date of Birth: 30th March 1986
Place of Birth: Camas, Spain
Playing Position: Centre-Back
Wife: Pilar Rubio
Kids: Sergio, Marco, Alejandro and Máximo Adriano
Hobbies: Playing guitar
Controversy:
On 29 November 2010, Ramos was sent off in a match at Barcelona for kicking Lionel Messi from behind and pushing Carles Puyol in the argument that followed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Sergio Ramos?
Sergio Ramos is a Spanish centre-back who captained Real Madrid and is Spain's most capped player, with 180 caps.
When and where was Sergio Ramos born?
Sergio Ramos was born on 30 March 1986 in Camas, near Seville, Spain.
Which club is Sergio Ramos playing for now?
He became a free agent on 1 January 2026 after his contract with Monterrey ended in December 2025.
How many goals did Sergio Ramos score for Real Madrid?
He scored 72 goals in 469 games for Real Madrid between 2005 and 2021.
How much did Real Madrid pay for Sergio Ramos?
Real Madrid signed him in 2005 for 27 million euros, a record fee for a Spanish defender.
How many Champions League titles did Sergio Ramos win?
He won four Champions League titles with Real Madrid, in 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
How many caps does Sergio Ramos have for Spain?
He has 180 caps for Spain, the most of any player, and scored 23 goals.
Who is Sergio Ramos's wife?
Sergio Ramos is married to TV presenter Pilar Rubio. They married on 15 June 2019 in Seville.
How many children does Sergio Ramos have?
He has four sons: Sergio, Marco, Alejandro and Máximo Adriano.
Why was Sergio Ramos sent off against Barcelona in 2010?
He was sent off on 29 November 2010 for kicking Lionel Messi from behind and pushing Carles Puyol.
