Barcelona’s Raphinha Updates IG Resume Following FIFPRO Omission

Barcelona’s Raphinha has publicly expressed his disappointment after being excluded from the FIFPRO Men’s World 11. This exclusion came despite a remarkable performance last season, where the 28-year-old forward scored 34 goals in 57 matches.

Raphinha’s Achievements

Last season, Raphinha played a crucial role in Barcelona’s success. The team clinched several titles, including:

• LaLiga
• Copa del Rey
• Spanish Supercopa

In addition to his goal tally, he provided 26 assists, showcasing his playmaking abilities. Furthermore, he was the joint highest scorer in the UEFA Champions League, netting 13 goals.

Ballon d’Or Recognition

Raphinha finished fifth in the Ballon d’Or rankings announced in September, a testament to his stellar season. However, he was overlooked in the FIFPRO selection, which features the best players as voted by over 20,000 professionals.

Players Included in FIFPRO Team

Other notable players selected over Raphinha included:

• Lamine Yamal
• Kylian Mbappé
• Ousmane Dembélé
• Cole Palmer
• Jude Bellingham

Yamal, a teammate at Barcelona, made headlines by becoming the youngest player ever included on this prestigious list, surpassing a record held by Kylian Mbappé.

Injury and Current Status

Currently, Raphinha is sidelined due to a hamstring injury, having missed the last seven matches for Barcelona. This season, he had scored three goals in his first seven appearances.

Moreover, he was omitted from Brazil’s squad for upcoming friendlies against Senegal and Tunisia. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has expressed his desire for Raphinha’s return, emphasizing his importance to the team.

“I miss Raphinha because he was very important last season,” Flick commented. “His performance at this level is exceptional, and we need him back as soon as possible.”