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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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October 2026
1 OctCitizen Digital
… And Kolkata, a sprawling city in eastern India, got a taste of the big time when Brazilian legend Pele visited in 1977 and 2015. - 'Testing waters' - Aside from Vinicius, Brazil's squad also features Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos, Barcelona attacker Raphinha and Arsenal …
Indian football fans relish rare friendly against Brazil
September 2026
24 SeptCitizen Digital
… Several of Brazil's established stars will be in action, including forwards Vinicius Junior and Raphinha, Arsenal midfielder Bruno Guimaraes and central defenders Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos. …
Brazil and Australia meet in double-header to start rebuilds
19 SeptCitizen Digital
… Fernandez, 24, has scored six goals in six La Liga games so far this season, putting him behind only Raphinha, Lamine Yamal and Mbappe in the goalscoring charts. …
Spain coach De la Fuente offers 'full support' to people of Ceuta
12 SeptCitizen Digital
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Flick warns Barca stars to keep focus after perfect start
7 SeptCitizen Digital
… st two years at Madrid the team has appeared unbalanced, with too many star names, including the Frenchman and Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior, widely considered not to be contributing enough to the team effort - in contrast to Ousmane Dembele at Paris Saint-Germain and Raphinha …
Mbappe embraces Ballon d'Or talk after historic World Cup exploits
7 SeptThe Standard
… t two years at Madrid the team has appeared unbalanced, with too many star names, including the Frenchman and Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior, widely considered not to be contributing enough to the team effort -- in contrast to Ousmane Dembele at Paris Saint-Germain and Raphinha …
Mbappe embraces Ballon d'Or talk after historic World Cup exploits
5 SeptCitizen Digital
… For us it's important that we focus on ourselves." New arrival Gabriel Jesus is likely to begin on the bench with winger Raphinha staying as the starting striker after notching five goals in three games playing out of position. …
Flick hoping Barca's Yamal can face Valencia after knock
August 2026
26 AugCitizen Digital
… Barcelona began their La Liga campaign with winger Raphinha leading the line in a 5-0 victory over Elche, and Flick admitted alternative solutions may be needed if Alvarez does not arrive. …
Barcelona holding out hope for Alvarez as Atletico resist sale
21 AugCitizen Digital
… Dani Olmo, Raphinha, Gordon and Adeyemi can all operate as false nines, giving Flick different ways to compensate for the absence of a traditional striker, if the club do not get a deal over the line. …
Barcelona enter new era as Flick targets La Liga hat-trick
July 2026
5 JulCitizen Digital
… It's really important for you to have your squad on point, even the guys that come from the bench to be fresh." - Raphinha set for cameo role? …
Stopping Haaland no mystery for Brazil, says Ancelotti

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 →
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

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

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

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

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 →
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

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

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

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

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

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 →
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

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

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

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 →