4 Armed Robbers Attack Former PSG Goalkeeper Sergio Rico in Seville

Four masked men broke into the Seville residence of former Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Sergio Rico while the footballer, his wife, their two children, and his mother-in-law were inside, according to reports. The armed group forced their way past the main entrance of the villa in Bollullos de la Mitación shortly before 10 p.m. local time, exploiting a deactivated alarm system.

Family Retreats to Bedroom as Intruders Breach Door

As the intruders moved through the property, the family retreated to a bedroom within the villa. Sergio Rico used his phone to contact local law enforcement from the room while the assailants forced the door’s lock open. The couple’s children are aged two years and four months, respectively.

Initial accounts published by several outlets alleged that the former PSG goalkeeper suffered violent physical blows during the confrontation and was tied up, while his mother-in-law faced threats at gunpoint. However, Sergio Rico disputed those specific claims in an interview with Spanish broadcaster Telecinco, denying that he was violently struck by the attackers.

The perpetrators stole numerous valuables, including luxury watches and jewelry, before fleeing the gated residential community. Investigators note that while the upscale neighborhood features a security gate requiring identity verification for entry, the suspects bypassed perimeter defenses by scaling a fence.

Alba Silva Speaks Out on the Aftermath

Alba Silva, a journalist, model, and influencer who is Rico’s partner, shared her reaction to the incident on social media. She confirmed that the family is safe but acknowledged the severe psychological toll of the home invasion. “I am still in shock after last night; words fail me,” Silva wrote online. “But the only thing that really matters is that, thank God, our family is safe. Thank you all for your concern.”

The incident compounds a troubled history of burglaries targeting the Spanish goalkeeper. In 2021, while playing for Paris Saint-Germain—where he made 11 appearances between 2020 and 2024—thieves targeted his residence in Neuilly-sur-Seine while he played against Montpellier, making off with 25,000 euros in cash alongside watches and jewelry. A year later, in November 2022, Rico confronted a 17-year-old intruder who attempted to access his Paris apartment.

Return to Football Follows Prior Health Ordeal

The security breach in Seville follows a challenging period for the athlete, who spent 26 days in a coma in 2023 following a severe horse-riding accident in Spain that nearly ended his career. Rico subsequently worked his way back to competitive play, with a recent stint at Qatari club Al-Gharafa before becoming a free agent.

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