Raphinha hat-trick keeps Barcelona perfect, extends contract until 2030

Barcelona secured a 3-1 win at Sevilla on Saturday, with Brazilian forward Raphinha scoring a hat-trick to keep the Catalan side's perfect record intact. The victory, sealed at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan stadium, moved Barcelona six points clear of Real Madrid in La Liga. Earlier the same day, Barcelona sporting director Deco confirmed that Raphinha had agreed to a new contract running until 2030, a deal he celebrated on the pitch.

Sevilla took an early lead through Youssouf Fofana in the 19th minute, but Raphinha equalised shortly after with a low finish. Lamine Yamal then set up Raphinha's second goal—a header—and later provided the assist for the Brazilian's third, a delicate chip over the goalkeeper. Barcelona missed chances to extend the lead, but held on for their eighth win in eight games across all competitions.

Hansi Flick praised Raphinha's versatility, noting the former Leeds winger has adapted to playing as a central striker. Sevilla captain Gabriel Suazo admitted his side lacked energy after halftime but praised their competitive spirit. Elsewhere in La Liga, Celta Vigo thrashed Racing Santander 5-0, Athletic Bilbao and Alaves drew 0-0, and Osasuna held Rayo Vallecano to a 1-1 draw.

Will Raphinha's hat-trick form fire Barcelona to a La Liga title, or will rivals find a way to contain the Brazilian's goal threat?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/09/19/raphinha-hat-trick-fires-barca-to-win-at-sevilla/