Raphinha delivered a sensational performance in Barcelona's Champions League opener, scoring twice as a makeshift centre-forward. The Brazilian skipper lauded the team's display and supported Lamine Yamal, while firmly refusing to discuss his omission from the Ballon d'Or shortlist.
Barcelona opened their European campaign with a statement 5-1 victory over Feyenoord at the Spotify Camp Nou. Lamine Yamal was the star of the show, breaking records while Raphinha and Karim Adeyemi fueled a relentless attacking display.
Barcelona launched their 2026-27 Champions League campaign in remarkable fashion with a commanding 5-1 win against Dutch giants Feyenoord on Wednesday night. Teenage superstar Lamine Yamal stole the spotlight during the rout by shattering an extraordinary European benchmark previously established by Kylian Mbappe.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has refused to be drawn into a war of words with Real Madrid following Jose Mourinho's recent complaints about refereeing. Speaking ahead of his side's Champions League opener against Feyenoord, Laporta instead chose to highlight his own club's ambitious targets for the season.
Javier Tebas has expressed his delight at Rodri's blockbuster summer transfer to Barcelona following intense speculation linking him with Real Madrid. The Liga president praised the midfielder as the most in-form player in world football during a recent promotional event.
Barcelona star Dani Olmo has opened up on the tactical evolution taking place at Camp Nou under Hansi Flick as the club enters a new era. With the squad undergoing significant changes in the forward line, the versatile midfielder has explained how the Blaugrana intend to maintain their offensive threat.
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