Ramos in the Rearview: A Look-Alike Steals the Spotlight Against Barcelona

Match-Stopping Doppelgänger Steals Spotlight

Borja Diaz, a Deportivo Guadalajara forward renowned for his striking resemblance to Sergio Ramos, drew attention during Barcelona's 2-0 win in the Copa del Rey Round of 32 on Tuesday.

Photos and videos of Diaz posing as a Ramos look-alike circulated widely on social media, with fans noting his facial features, hairstyle, and even body language, prompting a flurry of light-hearted comments.

Marca published a photo of Diaz and cheekily asked, “Is this you, Sergio Ramos?” pointing to the Real Madrid icon and fueling the meme-worthy moment.

Marca also noted that the Barcelona–Guadalajara image spread far and wide, even reaching Mexico, where Ramos previously played earlier in his career with Monterrey.

Diaz’s spotlight wasn’t earned through on-field brilliance but through a striking physical echo of one of football’s most iconic defenders.

Ramos, widely regarded as a defensive pillar of the modern era, built a legacy at Real Madrid and with the Spanish national team, collecting countless trophies and memorable moments along the way.

Across his lengthy career, Ramos faced Barcelona 49 times—whether with Real Madrid or Sevilla—scoring five goals and providing three assists in those tense meetings.

Punchline 1: If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Diaz just earned Ramos a lifetime supply of compliments—minus the heavy lifting on the training ground.

Punchline 2: Barcelona may have won the match, but Diaz won the internet—clearly a double act you’d pay to see again, preferably with fewer offside calls.