Raphinha's message after Barça's defeat to Girona | OneFootball

"It's hard to play when the rules are different...", reacts the Brazilian

Raphinha's message after Barça's defeat to Girona

FC Barcelona is experiencing a turbulent spell. Defeated by Girona FC in the Catalan derby (2-1), Hansi Flick's men stumble again after a disappointing performance in the Copa del Rey. But beyond the result, it's a refereeing decision that's sparking debate.

The match turned in the closing stages. In the 87th minute, Fran Beltrán secured victory for Girona. In the build-up, Claudio Echeverri, on loan from Manchester City, appears to step on Jules Koundé's foot at the start of the attack. The referee lets play continue, VAR reviews the incident... but the decision stands.

This sequence triggered a reaction from Raphinha. On Instagram, the Brazilian winger wrote:

A powerful, frustrated message that captures the tense atmosphere surrounding Barça after this unexpected defeat.