Age is just a number: 36-year-old Alexis Sánchez makes history for Sevilla in debut match

The new signing for the Red and Whites made history in his very first match for his new club.

Details: In his debut for Sevilla, the 36-year-old Chilean delivered an assist, becoming the third oldest player in the club’s history to register an assist in La Liga in the 21st century. This happened during the Matchday 4 fixture against Elche, which ended in a 2-2 draw.

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Sánchez provided his assist at the age of 36 years and 267 days. Only two veterans are ahead of him in this category:

1. Jesús Navas (38 years and 298 days)

2. Sergio Ramos (38 years)

3. Alexis Sánchez (36 years and 267 days)

Reminder: Former Sevilla player Wissam Ben Yedder has joined Turkish side Sakaryaspor.