Raphinha delivered a stellar performance during the club’s 3-1 victory against Sevilla FC on Saturday, September 19, 2026, netting a hat-trick that places his early-season scoring pace alongside historical marks set by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in La Liga, according to reporting by L’Équipe.
Raphinha’s Dominant Week Secures Victory in Seville
The Brazilian secured all three goals for Barcelona during the seventh matchday of the domestic campaign, just three days after scoring another hat-trick against Racing Santander. With these outings, Raphinha’s total reached twelve goals in the Spanish top-flight for the season, including six strikes in the span of one week. The 3-1 result allows Barcelona to maintain their position at the summit of the league standings.
How the Match Unfolded on Matchday Seven
Sevilla opened the scoring in the 19th minute when Youssouf Fofana headed home at the near post following a cross from Correia, marking his first goal for the Andalusian side since arriving on loan from AC Milan. Raphinha responded just three minutes later, beating a defender with a sharp cut inside before driving a low, angled shot from the edge of the penalty area.
Barcelona took complete control in the second half. Lamine Yamal provided the assist for Raphinha’s second goal in the 52nd minute, floating a precise cross that the Brazilian headed in from six yards out. Yamal struck again in the 69th minute, splitting the central defense to feed Raphinha for a delicate chipped finish that sealed the three points. Raphinha nearly added a fourth when his direct corner kick struck the goalpost in the 64th minute before he left the pitch to widespread applause from the supporters.
😮💨 | Un duo dont on ne se lasse pas ! Lamine Yamal sert parfaitement Raphinha pour prendre l’avantage face à Séville ! 🔥🎯 #SevillaBarça #LALIGA Suivez la rencontre en direct sur DAZN. 📲 pic.twitter.com/pkbo5wkS7Q
— DAZN France (@DAZN_FR) September 19, 2026
Squad Updates and Injury Concerns
While the attack clicked into gear, Barcelona faced a defensive setback during the second half. Andreas Christensen was forced off in the 59th minute after experiencing pain in his left thigh. Christensen had only recently returned to the squad following a previous absence, leaving medical staff to evaluate the extent of the fresh muscle issue.
Historical Context and Upcoming Fixtures
Raphinha’s affinity for facing Sevilla is well-documented, as the forward previously netted a hat-trick against the same club last season at Camp Nou, bringing his tally to nine goals in seven appearances against the Andalusian outfit. Dominik Livaković noted after the final whistle that the forward “kills himself for this team,” highlighting the work rate behind his prolific output. Barcelona will now turn their attention to maintaining their domestic momentum as the autumn schedule intensifies.
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