Barcelona’s judgment in the Champions League seems to not complicate Raphinha’s aspirations as a contender for the 2025 Golden Ball. Despite the elimination of blaugrana in the semifinals, the Brazilian end is consolidating a simply spectacular European campaign, erecting as the top scorer of the tournament with 13 goals and participating directly in the amazing number of 32 goals of its team. This superlative individual performance in the maximum continental competition places it in a privilege position to opt for the prestigious award delivered France Football and UEFA.
Raphinha’s influence on Barcelona’s game during the Champions League was undeniable, showing a consistency and scoring smell that equate him to legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of direct participation in goals in the same edition. His ability to mark and assist, added to the prominence he has acquired under the direction of Hansi Flick, makes it an unbalanced factor that has not gone unnoticed by the observers and voters of the Golden Ball.
In addition, having won the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup, serve as sustenance, waiting for LaLiga resolution.
