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Raafay Humayun

Raafay Humayun is a life-long fan of FC Barcelona and an avid enjoyer of all things Blaugrana. Having fallen in love with the club for the way they defined football for him, he now spends his time watching games, analyzing the happenings in them, and digesting any and everything related to his beloved Catalan club. He also writes as an author for Barca News Network hoping to deliver the latest updates to his fellow ‘culés’.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 10: Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain looks on before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Spain and Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on July 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni full of praise for Lamine Yamal ahead of World Cup final – “I wish we could lock Lamine in his room…”
Several Barcelona players, most notably Lamine Yamal, will be headlining this edition of the FIFA World Cup final. In fact, with the...
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 17: Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina speaks on stage ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final between Spain and Argentina at Fanatics Fest at Javits Center on July 17, 2026 in New York, New York.
Lionel Messi addresses his iconic picture with Barcelona star Lamine Yamal – “Honestly, that photo is crazy…”
Few players in the history of FC Barcelona have achieved the kind of success that Lionel Messi has managed to claim. The...
October 25, 2025, Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, SPAIN: Frenkie de Jong, Eric Garcia, Pedri, Pau Cubarsi and Lamine Yamal during the training day of FC Barcelona ahead the Spanish League, La Liga EA Sports, football match against Real Madrid at Ciudad Esportiva Joan Gamper on October 25, 2025 in Sant Joan Despi, Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona captain could be sidelined for several months with new knee injury
With the FIFA World Cup still going on, FC Barcelona were not exactly expecting some bad news to strike them out of...
Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona reacts after missing a chance to score during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Spotify Camp Nou on May 10, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona president addresses rumours linking 26-year-old forward to PSG – “I’ve heard some of those reports”
It is no secret anymore that FC Barcelona are working on strengthening their attack for next season. Despite already possessing some of...
Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Joan Laporta shares update on the current situation of Barcelona target Julian Alvarez
FC Barcelona seem determined to strengthen the squad ahead of the upcoming season. As the club looks to provide Hansi Flick with...
Raphinha of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg match between Newcastle United FC and FC Barcelona at St James' Park on March 10, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Barcelona president provides clarity over Raphinha’s future
There has been a lot of speculation surrounding the futures of several FC Barcelona players lately. While the most recent rumours have...
May 22, 2026, Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Barcelona, Spain: Joan Laporta, President-elect of FC Barcelona attends his press during the Koeman Cup by Fundation Sportium golf tournament at Club de Golf Barcelona on May 22, 2026 in Sant Esteve Sesrovires, Spain.
Joan Laporta confirms the arrival of new Barcelona summer signing
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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JULY 10: Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain looks on before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Spain and Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on July 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
Lamine Yamal issues bold warning to France ahead of Spain’s World Cup semi-final clash
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JUNE 21: Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group H match between Spain and Saudi Arabia at Atlanta Stadium on June 21, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal wins his second Superior Player of the Match award at the FIFA World Cup
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26-year-old Barcelona star reaches agreement with PSG over summer move
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DORTMUND, GERMANY - MARCH 14: Karim Adeyemi of Borussia Dortmund celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammates Marcel Sabitzer (C) and Daniel Svensson (R) during the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and FC Augsburg at Signal Iduna Park on March 14, 2026 in Dortmund, Germany.
Barcelona submit official bid for 24-year-old Borussia Dortmund star – Romano
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Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain.
Fabrizio Romano provides update on the current situation between Barcelona and Julian Alvarez
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Barcelona and Al-Hilal reach agreement for the transfer of Joao Cancelo
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Raphinha #11 of Brazil reacts alongside Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Brazil, as he leaves the pitch with an injury during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium on June 19, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Barcelona captain’s injury-riddled season finally over, set to report for preseason soon
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A detail of a FC Barcelona badge during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves at Spotify Camp Nou on November 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘It’s normal that they try to create noise…‘ – Barcelona star Dani Olmo reacts to recent sabotage attempts from Real Madrid
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MUNICH, GERMANY - JUNE 08: Lamine Yamal of Spain is challenged by Nuno Mendes of Portugal during the UEFA Nations League 2025 final match between Portugal and Spain at Munich Football Arena on June 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany.
Barcelona star gives his verdict on the upcoming duel between Lamine Yamal and Nuno Mendes
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Dani Olmo weighs in on the current Barcelona centre-forward dilemma
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July 2, 2026, Toronto, Ontario, Canada: Toronto, Ontario, Canada – July 2, 2026: Portugal's RAFAEL LEAO (17) passes the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Portugal and Croatia at Toronto Stadium.
Barcelona willing to entertain AC Milan star’s arrival on one condition
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LA CORUNA, SPAIN - JUNE 04: Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams and Victor Munoz of Spain interact prior to the international friendly match between Spain and Iraq at Riazor Stadium on June 04, 2026 in La Coruna, Spain.
New Liverpool signing Victor Munoz names three Barcelona stars who have impressed him
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Raphinha #11 of Brazil reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Morocco at New York New Jersey Stadium on June 13, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Barcelona star set to miss FIFA World Cup Round of 16 due to recovery delay
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