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Raphinha

Also known as: Rapha · Brazil's forward Raphinha · Barcelona winger Raphinha · Brazilian forward Raphinha · the 29-year-old Brazilian · Captain Raphinha

Raphinha — Barcelona forward who scored 19 goals in 13 matches this season and recently extended his contract through 2030.

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  1. November 2026

  2. Citizen Digital

    Raphinha thriving where Barca envisaged Atletico's Alvarez By AFP November 06, 2026 08:59 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Barcelona's Brazilian forward Raphinha celebrates after scoring his teams's third go …

    Raphinha thriving where Barca envisaged Atletico's Alvarez

  3. Citizen Digital

    Raphinha extends Barcelona deal by two years By AFP November 05, 2026 08:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Barcelona's Brazilian forward #11 Raphinha shoots during the UEFA Champions League semi final firs …

    Raphinha extends Barcelona deal by two years

  4. Citizen Digital

    Raphinha, Yamal power Barca to Champions League win over Villa By AFP November 04, 2026 10:15 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Barcelona's Spanish forward #10 Lamine Yamal fights for the ball with Aston Vill …

    Raphinha, Yamal power Barca to Champions League win over Villa
  5. October 2026

  6. Citizen Digital

    … Mbappe's double, either side of a Raphinha strike for the hosts at Camp Nou, brought third-place Real Madrid within three points of the La Liga leaders and reigning Spanish champions. …

    Real Madrid century 'just a detail' for Mbappe after Clasico win

  7. Citizen Digital

    … With Raphinha fit again and teenage winger Lamine Yamal enjoying a state of grace, Barcelona will be confident of building on their six-point lead over third-placed Madrid. …

    Barcelona aiming to put Real Madrid out of sight in Clasico

  8. Citizen Digital

    … gest game of the week -- beat Real Madrid at home this coming Sunday and they go nine points ahead of their great rivals in La Liga. - Rodri on bench, Dembele injured - That helps explain why Rodri, the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, was left on the bench at kick-off, although Raphinha …

    PSG strike late to get better of Yamal and Barcelona in Champions League

  9. The Standard

    … or Betis during a wild spell, and in the aftermath they were reduced to 10 men when Bernal was sent off for a headbutt on Yamal, who was booked for his part in a confrontation between several players from both sides.Garcia finished from close range for Barca's fourth and Raphinha …

    'Best in world' Yamal powers Barca to Betis rout, Atletico strike late

  10. Citizen Digital

    Flick confirms return of Barcelona duo Raphinha, De Jong By AFP October 17, 2026 11:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Barcelona's Brazilian forward Raphinha celebrates after scoring his teams's third goal …

    Flick confirms return of Barcelona duo Raphinha, De Jong

  11. Citizen Digital

    … Hansi Flick's irresistible side have scored 43 goals in that spell, including seven in the last two games, even without talisman Raphinha. …

    Yamal on song as entertainers Barcelona face Betis challenge

  12. Citizen Digital

    … We are happy to be here and show our quality to all who have the possibility to watch the game, and it will be a fantastic night." Brazil will be without Raphinha, who withdrew with a thigh injury. …

    Ancelotti says Brazil 'respects' India ahead of showdown
Sport

Raphinha thrives as Barcelona centre-forward; Alvarez pursuit fades

The News

Barcelona's Raphinha has become devastating in the centre-forward role, suggesting the club has little reason to regret missing out on Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez this summer. After Barcelona's unsuccessful attempts to sign the Argentina international angered Atletico and resulted in a €600 fine from the Spanish football federation, Alvarez remained at Atletico while Raphinha's strong form has made a return to the pursuit unlikely.

6 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Yesterday

  1. Raphinha thrives as Barcelona centre-forward; Alvarez pursuit fades

    Barcelona's Raphinha has become devastating in the centre-forward role, suggesting the club has little reason to regret missing out on Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez this summer. After Barcelona's unsuccessful attempts to sign the Argentina international angered Atletico and resulted in a €600 fine from the Spanish football federation, Alvarez remained at Atletico while Raphinha's strong form has made a return to the pursuit unlikely.

    6 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 5 November

  1. Raphinha extends Barcelona contract through 2030

    Barcelona's Brazilian forward Raphinha has signed a contract extension until 2030, extending his stay at the La Liga champions by two years from his previous 2028 expiry date. The 29-year-old captain, who has scored 19 goals and contributed three assists in 13 matches this season, said in September he wanted to extend his deal and potentially end his career at Barcelona.

    5 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 4 November

  1. Barcelona beats Aston Villa 3-0 in Champions League

    Raphinha scored twice and Lamine Yamal once as Barcelona defeated Aston Villa 3-0 in the Champions League, ending the English side's perfect start to the competition and helping Barcelona stay in contention for a top eight league phase berth.

    4 November 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 26 October

  1. Mbappe scores brace as Real Madrid beats Barcelona 2-1

    Kylian Mbappe scored twice to reach 100 goals for Real Madrid across all competitions, bringing the team within three points of La Liga leaders with a 2-1 Clasico victory over Barcelona at Camp Nou. Mbappe said the milestone was "just a detail" compared to the team's win.

    26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 23 October

  1. Barcelona seeks nine-point gap over Real Madrid in Clasico

    La Liga leaders Barcelona aim to extend their lead over Real Madrid to nine points in Sunday's Clasico at Camp Nou, though they suffered their first defeat of the season against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Real Madrid have won four consecutive matches and look improved under Jose Mourinho.

    23 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. PSG beats Barcelona 4-2 late in Champions League match

    PSG's Vitinha scored a late goal in the 81st minute to break a 2-2 tie, with Fabian Ruiz adding a fourth as PSG defeated Barcelona 4-2 on Tuesday in a Champions League match at the Parc des Princes. PSG secured their third victory in three matches in this season's competition as reigning champions.

    21 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 18 October

  1. Barcelona routs Betis 5-2, extends La Liga lead

    Barcelona defeated 10-man Real Betis 5-2 on Saturday to extend their lead at the top of La Liga to five points. Coach Hansi Flick praised teenage winger Lamine Yamal, who scored in the match, as the best player in the world.

    18 October 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 17 October

  1. Flick confirms Raphinha and De Jong fit for Betis clash

    Barcelona coach Hansi Flick announced that star attacker Raphinha and midfielder Frenkie de Jong have recovered from injury and are available to face Real Betis on Saturday. Flick said the pair would be managed carefully given Barcelona's packed fixture schedule.

    17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 16 October

  1. Barcelona defeats Galatasaray 4-1, Yamal impresses in Champions League

    Barcelona extended their unbeaten run to 10 wins across all competitions this season with a 4-1 victory over Galatasaray in the Champions League, with teenage winger Lamine Yamal playing a key role in the win by creating goals for Anthony Gordon and Fermin Lopez.

    16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 2 October

  1. Brazil coach Ancelotti: we respect India ahead of friendly

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team holds respect for India ahead of a first-ever international friendly between the sides, scheduled for Saturday at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. Brazil, ranked fifth globally and featuring Vinicius Junior, will face India, ranked 138th, coming off a 1-1 draw with Panama.

    2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 1 October

  1. India hosts Brazil in rare football friendly at Kolkata

    India's national football team plays Brazil on Saturday at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, with local supporters hoping the match will boost the sport's profile in a cricket-dominated country. The hosts, ranked 138th, face the five-time world champions, with AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey describing the encounter as historic for Indian football.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Brazil and Australia begin post-World Cup rebuilds with friendlies

    Brazil and Australia will play a double-header friendly series in Australia as the first stage of rebuilding after their World Cup campaigns ended in July. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has selected only nine players from their World Cup squad for the matches in Townsville and Brisbane, plus a friendly against India.

    24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Spain coach De la Fuente expresses support for Ceuta migration crisis

    Spain's World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente said he wanted to offer "full support" to the people of Ceuta as the north African exclave grapples with a migration crisis, after more than 70,000 migrants entered from Morocco in late July.

    19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Flick urges Barcelona to maintain focus after five-game winning streak

    Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has warned his players that any loss of concentration could quickly reverse their perfect start to the season, during which the Spanish champions have won all five matches across all competitions, scoring 22 goals and conceding three.

    12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 7 September

  1. Mbappe says Ballon d'Or talk is natural after World Cup success

    Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe said it was natural for people to consider him as a potential Ballon d'Or winner after scoring 10 goals at the World Cup this summer to win the Golden Boot, with France finishing fourth. Mbappe, 27, has scored 22 goals in World Cup competitions during his career, making him the all-time top scorer.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Mbappe open to Ballon d'Or candidacy after World Cup top-scorer feat

    Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe said it is natural for people to consider him for the Ballon d'Or after scoring 10 goals at the World Cup this summer to win the Golden Boot, taking his career World Cup tally to 22 goals as the tournament's all-time top scorer.

    7 September 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 5 September

  1. Barcelona's Yamal in doubt for Valencia match after knock

    Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said 19-year-old winger Lamine Yamal took a knock and did not train with the team on Saturday, but will travel to face Valencia in La Liga on Sunday. Flick said he will decide whether Yamal rests or starts after speaking with the player.

    5 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Barcelona pursues Alvarez as Atletico refuses to sell

    Barcelona remain hopeful of signing Julian Alvarez before the transfer window closes, with club president Joan Laporta saying Alvarez is their prime target, but Atletico Madrid continue to resist selling the Argentina forward. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick acknowledged the club could end the summer without a new striker if the pursuit fails.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 21 August

  1. Barcelona seek third La Liga title under Flick

    Hansi Flick's Barcelona enter their third season aiming to maintain domestic dominance and challenge Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid while pursuing Champions League glory. The club have added Rodri from Manchester City as a significant arrival.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 5 July

  1. Brazil's Ancelotti: defenders know how to stop Haaland

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his defenders need no guidance on containing Erling Haaland ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 tie with Norway, as Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos have faced the Manchester City striker multiple times in European club competition.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Brazil coach Ancelotti confident defenders know how to stop Haaland

    Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his defenders need no guidance on containing Erling Haaland ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 match with Norway, noting that Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos have faced the Manchester City striker multiple times in domestic and European competition.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Norway rely on Haaland to face Brazil in World Cup knockout

    Norway will face Brazil in the World Cup last 16, with striker Erling Haaland having scored five goals at the tournament, including a late winner against Ivory Coast that secured Norway's first World Cup knockout victory. Norway has never lost to Brazil in four previous meetings, with two wins and two draws.

    4 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Brazil midfielder Paqueta out of World Cup knockout game

    Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta will miss Sunday's World Cup last-16 game against Norway due to a hamstring injury sustained during Brazil's 2-1 win over Japan on Monday. He is not expected to play again in the tournament unless Brazil reaches the final on July 19.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Brazil face Scotland as World Cup reaches group-stage finale

    Brazil will seek to qualify for the last 32 of the World Cup against Scotland as the tournament shifts to six games a day. Carlo Ancelotti's side expect to progress, though Scotland aims to qualify for the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.

    24 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 21 June

  1. Brazil's Raphinha undergoes intensive treatment for thigh injury

    Brazil forward Raphinha sustained a muscle injury to his right thigh during Brazil's World Cup win over Haiti and will undergo intensive treatment supervised by the national team's medical team. The CBF did not specify a recovery timeline, though Brazilian media reported he could potentially return for a last-16 match starting in two weeks.

    21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 20 June

  1. USA, Brazil advance to World Cup knockout rounds

    The United States defeated Australia 2–0 in Group D to advance to the knockout rounds with a game to spare, following Mexico's earlier qualification. Brazil also progressed by defeating Haiti.

    20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Brazil defeats Haiti 3-0, advances toward World Cup knockout stage

    Matheus Cunha scored twice as Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 on Friday, breathing life into their World Cup campaign and moving closer to the last 32. Haiti became the first country to exit the tournament.

    20 June 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 14 June

  1. Vinicius equalises as Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup

    Vinicius Junior scored an equaliser to give Brazil a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Group C World Cup opener in New Jersey on Saturday. Brazil, chasing a record sixth World Cup title, showed uncertain form under first-time foreign coach Carlo Ancelotti, while Morocco, the 2022 semi-finalists, took an early lead through Ismael Saibari's 21st-minute goal.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 13 June

  1. Brazil face Morocco in World Cup group-stage standout

    Five-time World Cup winners Brazil play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco on Saturday in one of the standout group-stage matchups at the expanded 48-team tournament.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 7 June

  1. Brazil beats Egypt 2-1 in World Cup warm-up match

    Brazil defeated Egypt 2-1 in a pre-World Cup friendly in Cleveland on Saturday, with goals from Endrick and Bruno Guimaraes. The victory capped Brazil's preparations ahead of their World Cup Group C opener against Morocco on June 13.

    7 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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