Raphinha

Spanish Super Cup: Raphinha inspires Barcelona to record-extending 16th title

Spanish Super Cup: Raphinha inspires Barcelona to record-extending 16th title

Raphinha was the difference once again as he scored the winner in an emphatic 3-2 win over Real Madrid to help Barcelona to their 16th Spanish Super Cup title, Afrosport reports. The Brazilian foward was in blistering form in the semi-finals against Athletic Bilbao, scoring two goals and providing an assist in the 5-0 win. In Sunday's El Clasico final in Jeddah, the former Leeds United...

Double blow for Barcelona as two starters ruled out with injuries 

Barcelona have suffered a double injury blow as Joan Garcia and Raphinha will be sidelined for an extended period, Afrosport reports. The Spanish champions on Friday confirmed that Garcia has suffered "a tear of the internal meniscus in his left knee," which requires surgery and will keep the goalkeeper out for about four to six weeks. A statement from the club said: “Player Joan Garcia has...

Raphinha extends Barcelona deal until 2028

Raphinha extends Barcelona deal until 2028

Brazil international Raphinha on Thursday signed a contract extension with La Liga champions Barcelona until 2028, Afrosport reports. Raphinha, whose initial deal with the Catalan club was set to expire in 2027, has penned a new one-year deal after enjoying the best season of his career yet. "It's something very special, and feeling part of the Barca family for another year makes me feel very happy,"...