Raphinha's Hat-Trick Powers Barcelona to 7-2 Win Over Racing Santander
Raphinha Shines with Hat-Trick in Barcelona's Big Win
Raphinha scored three goals as Barcelona cruised to a dominant 7-2 victory against Racing Santander, extending their winning streak this season. The Brazilian forward’s performance marked his ninth goal in La Liga this campaign, earning him the match ball at the final whistle.
Aiming for Continuous Improvement
After the game, Raphinha shared that he never feels fully satisfied with his performances and is always pushing himself to get better. He said he believes he can contribute more to the team despite the strong showing. Operating comfortably in a central role, he enjoys the tactical flow when the entire squad functions well.
“It’s always important to think you need to improve in some area. I’m never going to tell you I’m doing well or that I’m at my best; I always try to improve everything I can. I can certainly give more to the team than I’m currently giving. I’m happy with the goals and the victory, which is the most important thing,” Raphinha explained.
Credit to Hansi Flick and Team Spirit
The forward praised manager Hansi Flick for changing his mindset and boosting his confidence within the club. Raphinha also described why he voluntarily gave up a penalty kick in the first half to teammate Lamine Yamal, aiming to support the younger player's confidence despite the miss.
“I think Lamine needed it at that point in the first half. He missed it, it’s okay. I can miss too; that’s normal. Whenever I can, I’m going to try to help him. Not just him, but Karim and Anthony as well. I know better than anyone that a striker needs his goal,” Raphinha said.
Focus on Maintaining Momentum
Looking forward, Raphinha emphasized the squad’s winning mentality and tactical discipline that keeps them competitive at the top level of European football. He highlighted their commitment to creating scoring chances and the belief that the team's potential remains high.
“We have the mentality that whenever we can, we have to look for more goals, create more chances, and it shows on the field. We are much better positioned to score goals, and that’s why we have everything we need to be at the top,” he concluded.
- Match Result: Barcelona 7 - 2 Racing Santander
- Raphinha’s La Liga Goals This Season: 9
- Date: 17 September 2026
