Raphinha maintained his outstanding scoring form this season, delivering another two-goal display as Barcelona put on a commanding performance against Feyenoord in the Champions League.
The Brazilian helped Barcelona seize complete control before Gabriel Jesus registered his first goal for the club late in the contest. The former Arsenal and Manchester City attacker headed in Barcelona’s fifth goal, which marked their 22nd strike in five matches this season.
Raphinha inspires Barcelona against Feyenoord
Raphinha broke the deadlock in the third minute, showcasing exceptional skill to get past two defenders before slotting the ball home with composure.
The goal pushed his impressive tally to seven in five games, with the former Leeds United forward scoring in every match Barcelona has contested this season.
Feyenoord, led by former Barcelona player Giovanni van Bronckhorst, demanded a penalty in the 20th minute after Anis Hadj Moussa fell inside the area. Their appeals, however, were dismissed.
Barcelona quickly doubled their advantage when Karim Adeyemi bent a 20-yard strike into the top-right corner. The summer arrival from Borussia Dortmund then performed his signature back flip in celebration.
Barcelona strengthens their Champions League advantage
Raphinha found the net again in the 57th minute, slotting past the goalkeeper after timing his run perfectly. It was his eighth goal of the campaign and the third time in five matches that he had scored on two occasions.
Barcelona kept pressing forward and grabbed a fourth through Lamine Yamal, who converted a free kick in the 77th minute.
Despite their control, Barcelona could not preserve a clean sheet. Substitute Sem Steijn reduced the deficit for Feyenoord in the 82nd minute, meaning Barcelona are still chasing their first shutout in the competition since April 2025.
Gabriel Jesus opens his Barcelona account
Gabriel Jesus wrapped up Barcelona’s scoring late in the match, heading in his first goal for his new club.
The Brazilian forward joined from Arsenal earlier this month and marked the early stages of his Barcelona career with his opening goal.
His contribution lifted Barcelona’s total to 22 goals over their last five matches, highlighting the team’s remarkable efficiency in front of goal.