Raphinha Hits 150 Matches at FC Barcelona and Silences All Doubts

Few expected it, and even fewer believed it. When Raphinha arrived at FC Barcelona from Leeds United, he did not carry the magical aura often associated with Brazilian stars.

While icons like Ronaldinho, Rivaldo, and Neymar instantly captured hearts, Raphinha had to earn every bit of respect the hard way: day by day, match by match.

Now, in his fourth season, the winger is on the verge of reaching a historic personal milestone that shows just how far he has come.

A Major Milestone: 150 Matches for Barça

If Raphinha plays against Getafe this Sunday at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, it will be his 150th official match for the club.

It is a number that reflects his growing influence in the squad and his evolution from a questioned signing to a respected leader.

Among the current roster, only these players have featured more times:

• Marc-André ter Stegen (422)
• Frenkie de Jong (262)
• Pedri (207)
• Ronald Araujo (178)
• Ferran Torres (163)
• Gavi (155)
• Robert Lewandowski (151)

Raphinha is now viewed inside the dressing room as part of the club’s core leadership group, admired for his professionalism and attitude.

Among Barça’s Most Lethal Attackers

In terms of goal contributions, only Lewandowski has more goals among the current squad.

• Lewandowski: 103 goals
• Raphinha: 57 goals
• Ferran Torres: 46 goals

This shows how essential Raphinha has become in Barcelona’s attack, not just as a creator but also as a consistent finisher.

Climbing the Ranks of Brazilian Legends

Barcelona has a rich history of Brazilian icons: the genius of Ronaldinho, the flair of Neymar, the thunder of Romário, the power of Ronaldo, and the precision of Rivaldo.

Step by step, Raphinha is carving his own place among them.

• He is just two games away from equaling Evaristo Macedo (151 matches)
• Next on the list is Neymar, who played 186 matches for Barça

Fifth-Highest Brazilian Scorer in Barça History

Raphinha already ranks fifth among Brazilian scorers in the club’s history:

1. Rivaldo: 130
2. Neymar: 105
3. Evaristo: 105
4. Ronaldinho: 94
5. Raphinha: 57

A Record-Breaking Season and a Hot Start

Last season, Raphinha delivered a phenomenal 57 goal contributions (34 goals and 23 assists), showing just how decisive he can be.

This season, he has started strong again:

• 3 goals (two against Valencia, one against RCD Mallorca)
• 1 assist (for Ferran Torres against Levante UD)

He is currently Barça’s top scorer and proving once more that underestimating him is a mistake.

Robert Dominguez