Raafay Humayun

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’.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘I don’t say this flippantly’… ESPN pundit hails Barcelona winger as the best player in the world
In their most recent game, Hansi Flick’s Barcelona managed to put on a dominant performance in the UEFA Champions League. The Catalan...
LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
‘It’s the first step’… Hansi Flick reacts after Barcelona 4-0 Borussia Dortmund
In the first-leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie, Barcelona managed to emerge victorious. The Catalan giants, guided by Hansi Flick,...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 09: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona (L) celebrates scoring his team's third goal with teammates during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 09, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Raphinha 9.5, Yamal 9.0 | Barcelona 4-0 Borussia Dortmund: Player ratings
A dominant display from FC Barcelona sees them completely thrash Borussia Dortmund at the Montjuic Stadium. The Catalan giants were threatening to...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund: Match preview | UCL
A big game arrives for FC Barcelona as they now take on Niko Kovac’s Borussia Dortmund side. The first leg of their...
MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 23: Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona looks on during the La Liga match between Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium on April 23, 2017 in Madrid, Spain.
‘Didn’t get along’… Barcelona captain speaks about his complicated relationship with Lionel Messi
Few players in the history of football have had an impact as immense as the one that Lionel Messi has had on...
SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 09: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Alejandro Balde during the LaLiga match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 09, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Gavi out, €50 million player in – Predicted Barcelona starting XI for UCL clash against Borussia Dortmund
A big game arrives for FC Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League as they take on Borussia Dortmund. With both sides now...
HAMBURG, GERMANY - MARCH 01: Niko Kovac, Head Coach of Borussia Dortmund, looks on prior to the Bundesliga match between FC St. Pauli 1910 and Borussia Dortmund at Millerntor Stadium on March 01, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany.
‘It’s the best’… Borussia Dortmund coach praises the way Hansi Flick’s Barcelona attacks ahead of UCL clash
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - SEPTEMBER 05: Javier Tebas President of La Liga talks during Day 1 of Soccerex Europe Convention at Tagus Park on September 5, 2019 in Lisbon, Portugal.
‘Tebas’ own mistake’… CSD president claims La Liga’s own error has allowed Barcelona to register Dani Olmo
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Gavi 8.0, Balde 5.5 | Barcelona 1-1 Real Betis: Player ratings
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 26: Pau Cubarsí of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Valencia CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 26, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against Real Betis | La Liga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Frenkie De Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
27-year-old Barcelona midfield star now set to stay at the club beyond this season – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Inigo Martinez of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Key Barcelona defender ruled out of Real Betis clash with muscular injury
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 26: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between FC Barcelona and Stade Brestois 29 at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 26, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona vs Real Betis: Match preview | La Liga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 03: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Espanyol at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on November 03, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Pedri out, €15 million player in – Predicted Barcelona starting XI for La Liga clash against Real Betis
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MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 26: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, interacts with Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Real Madrid, prior to the LaLiga match between Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on October 26, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.
‘I don’t think so’… Real Madrid coach remains unbothered by Barcelona being able to register their players
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 31: Eric Garcia of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the La Liga match between FC Barcelona and Real Valladolid CF at Camp Nou on August 31, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘I needed him’… Hansi Flick commends 24-year-old Barcelona player after win over Atletico Madrid
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MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 16: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Hansi Flick talks clean sheet, Copa del Rey final, and possible treble hopes as Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid
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Hansi Flick, The Head Coach of FC Barcelona.
Atletico Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Match review
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MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 02: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates after he scores his sides first goal during the Copa del Rey semifinal match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 02, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Pedri 9.0, Torres 8.0 | Atletico Madrid 0-1 Barcelona: Player ratings
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MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 16: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the La Liga EA Sports match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on March 16, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against Atletico Madrid | Copa del Rey
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