Raphinha, Barcelona and Osasuna
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Hansi Flick’s Barcelona took home a 2-0 win over Osasuna on Saturday night after a long-fought battle that saw them wait deep into the second half for their opener.The manager deployed a strong
Raphinha's brace sent Barcelona seven points clear at the top of La Liga with a hard-fought 2-0 win over Osasuna. Hansi Flick's team were toothless in front of goal for long periods but the former Leeds United star came up trumps just when his team needed him in the second half.
Raphinha has returned from a six-week injury layoff showing the same form and fight that helped fuel Barcelona’s domestic double and deep Champions League run last season.
Raphinha firmly denies suggestions that he has already reached an agreement with Barcelona over a potential exit following the 2026 World Cup.
Barcelona forward Raphinha has publicly dismissed recent speculation linking him with a move away from the Catalan club, particularly to the Saudi Pro League, labelling the reports "nonsense". Despite the Brazilian international's consistent denials and his stated desire to retire at Barcelona,
Raphinha has set up two early goals and Dani Olmo has scored a double in Barcelona's 3-1 win over Alaves in La Liga.
LW: Raphinha —Raphinha’s running off the ball is critical to the success of this Barcelona team, and he’ll be back in the XI on Tuesday, having been an unused substitute at the weekend. Flick is managing him carefully.