Brazilian winger Raphinha is enjoying a sensational run of form in the 2024–25 season, cementing his place as one of FC Barcelona’s most influential players.
With 32 goals and 23 assists across all competitions, the 28-year-old has now tallied 55 direct goal contributions—just three short of Lionel Messi’s remarkable 58 from the 2019–20 campaign.
In LaLiga alone, Raphinha has featured in 33 matches (29 starts), finding the net 18 times and assisting 9 goals.
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His performances have played a key role in Barcelona’s title race, especially after his recent double in the 4–3 El Clásico win over arch-rivals Real Madrid. That result kept Barcelona’s championship hopes alive with only a few matches left to play.
His impact goes beyond league action. Raphinha has been central to Barça’s success in domestic competitions, contributing significantly to their Supercopa de España and Copa del Rey victories.
The attacking trio of Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, and teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has now combined for an astonishing 87 goals this season.
As the season draws to a close, all eyes are on whether Raphinha can eclipse Messi’s record. Regardless of the outcome, his consistency, pace, and finishing have already earned him acclaim and sparked speculation about his future in Catalonia.
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