Barcelona captain Raphinha equals Messi’s LaLiga record after sixth goal in four games

Barcelona captain Raphinha scored in the 50th minute against Valencia on Sunday, September 6, 2026, as Barcelona won 5-0 in LaLiga. The goal was his sixth of the season after just four games, equalling a record previously held only by club legend Lionel Messi in this century. Messi achieved the feat in back-to-back seasons (2012–13 and 2013–14). Raphinha’s tally puts him level with Messi’s early-career benchmark for goal-scoring pace in LaLiga.

The victory extends Barcelona’s strong start to the campaign, with Raphinha now aiming to carry his form into the UEFA Champions League clash against Feyenoord on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. His rapid goal accrual has drawn attention as a potential title-chasing catalyst for the Catalans this season.

Will Raphinha sustain this scoring momentum to propel Barcelona toward silverware, or will opposing defenses adjust to neutralize his threat?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/08/laliga-barcelona-captain-raphinha-equals-messis-record/