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World Soccer Talk on MSNRaphinha joins Ronaldinho in impressive Barcelona feat Neymar never accomplished
Barcelona began the 2025–26 La Liga season with a win, and Raphinha matched a Ronaldinho milestone that not even Neymar managed to reach. This Saturday, Barcelona kicked off the 2025–26 La Liga season with a dominant 3–0 win over Mallorca.
Seven minutes. That's all Raphinha needed to score the first goal for FC Barcelona in the 2025/26 LaLiga season. His header from an accurate cross by Lamine Yamal made it 0-1 at the Son Moix stadium in the gameweek one fixture of the domestic competition.
As Morey received the ball close to the touchline, Raphinha lunged into a wild tackle on him that left the Mallorca defender writhing around on the floor in agony. The Barcelona forward was shown a yellow card for the challenge and it's left fans outraged on social media, with some claiming the tackle was a potential 'career-ender'.
Marcus Rashford left Raphinha stunned as he missed the chance tap into an open goal during a friendly against Como. The 27-year-old forward, who arrived at the Nou Camp on loan from Manchester United this summer with an option for a permanent deal,
The 30 nominees for the 2025 Ballon d'Or have been revealed, with the likes of Ousmane Dembele, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha seen as favorites. Vote here and let us know who's your pick.
Ronaldinho has snubbed Raphinha when naming his favourite for the 2025 Ballon d'Or. Raphinha is among the contenders to win this year's individual prize following his stellar performances for Barcelona last season.
Raphinha has welcomed the increased competition for places in Barcelona's attacking positions following the arrival of Marcus Rashford.
Raphinha has welcomed Marcus Rashford to Barcelona with a firm message, warning the Manchester United loanee about the fierce competition for places at the club. The Brazilian insists that increased rivalry in the squad will only push players to improve as Barca look to compete for major trophies again this season after their great debut season under Hansi Flick.