Not Pedri, not Yamal – Barcelona’s 28-year-old star will be the surprise weapon against Real Madrid | OneFootball

As we approach the final El Clasico of the season, all eyes are on the high-stakes showdown between Barcelona and Real Madrid. With the title potentially on the line, the pressure is immense for both sides.

However, Barcelona’s recent form under Hansi Flick offers plenty of reasons for optimism, especially considering the team’s dominant performances in their previous encounters with their fierce rivals this season.

One player who has been particularly influential in Barcelona’s success over Real Madrid this season is Raphinha. The Brazilian winger has become a key figure in the Blaugrana’s attack, making his mark in every El Clasico he has played.

Barcelona have beaten Real Madrid in all three meetings this season, including a La Liga clash, the Spanish Super Cup final, and the Copa del Rey final.

A win in this weekend’s match would put Barcelona in a prime position to secure the title, and Raphinha will be looking to extend his excellent record against Los Blancos.

Raphinha’s El Clasico record

Raphinha has been a menace for Real Madrid this season. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

In their previous meetings, Raphinha has been a constant threat to Real Madrid. He scored three goals and provided two assists in three matches against them this season.

One of his standout performances came in the league encounter, where he assisted Lamine Yamal’s goal to make it 3-0 before sealing the victory with a clinical goal to make it 4-0.

Though he could not contribute in the Copa del Rey final, Raphinha was instrumental in Barcelona’s triumph in the Spanish Super Cup.

He scored two crucial goals, the first of which gave Barcelona a 3-1 lead before half-time and then made it 5-1 in the second half. He also assisted Alejandro Balde’s goal.

Raphinha’s record against Real Madrid is nothing short of impressive. In the 10 matches he has played against them, the Brazilian has won six times, contributing six goal involvements (3 goals and 3 assists).

With Barcelona looking to finish the season on a high and potentially seal the title, Raphinha’s form and his history against Real Madrid will be vital in determining the outcome of this weekend’s match.