Dec 14, 1996
Sagittarius
Porto Alegre, Brazil
28 years old
N/A
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Soccer Player
🧑💼 Full Name and Personal Information
Full Name: Raphael Dias Belloli
Date of Birth: 14 December 1996
Age: 28 (as of June 2025)
Place of Birth: Porto Alegre, Brazil
Height: 1.76 meters (5 ft 9 in)
Position: Winger (Left/Right)
Preferred Foot: Left
Current Club: FC Barcelona
Club Number: 11
Nationality: Brazilian (also holds Italian citizenship)
International Caps/Goals: 33 caps / 11 goals
🌱 Early Life and Youth Career
Raphinha was born in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and grew up in the Restinga neighborhood, known for its economic challenges.His father, Maninho Belloli, of Italian descent, was a musician, and his mother was Brazilian.From a young age, Raphinha showcased his football talent in local street games and community tournaments.
He began his football journey with Avaí FC in Brazil, where he developed his skills before moving to Europe.
🏆 Club Career
Vitória Guimarães (2016–2018)
In 2016, Raphinha signed with Portuguese club Vitória Guimarães. Over two seasons, he made 85 appearances, scoring 22 goals and providing 13 assists.
Sporting CP (2018–2019)
Raphinha joined Sporting CP in 2018, contributing to the team's success in winning the Taça de Portugal and Taça da Liga in 2019.
Rennes (2019–2020)
In 2019, he moved to French club Rennes, where he played 36 matches, scoring 8 goals and assisting 6 times.
Leeds United (2020–2022)
Raphinha signed with Leeds United in October 2020. During his tenure, he made 67 appearances, netting 17 goals and providing 12 assists.
FC Barcelona (2022–Present)
In July 2022, Raphinha transferred to FC Barcelona. As of May 2025, he has played 144 matches, scoring 54 goals and assisting 50 times.
Under coach Hansi Flick, Raphinha experienced his most prolific season in 2024–25, with 34 goals and 25 assists across all competitions.
In May 2025, he extended his contract with Barcelona until June 2028.
🌍 International Career
Raphinha debuted for the Brazil national team in October 2021. He has since earned 33 caps and scored 11 goals.
Notably, during the 2024 Copa América, he scored a remarkable free-kick goal against Colombia, marking Brazil's first such goal in the tournament in 25 years.
As of June 2025, he is set to participate in World Cup qualifiers under coach Carlo Ancelotti.
📊 Career Statistics
Club Performance
Vitória Guimarães: 85 appearances, 22 goals, 13 assists
Sporting CP: 41 appearances, 9 goals, 2 assists
Rennes: 36 appearances, 8 goals, 6 assists
Leeds United: 67 appearances, 17 goals, 12 assists
FC Barcelona:144 appearances, 54 goals, 50 assists
International Performance
Brazil National Team:33 caps, 11 goals
🏅 Honours and Achievements
Club
Sporting CP:
Taça de Portugal: 2018–19
Taça da Liga: 2018–19
FC Barcelona:
La Liga: 2022–23, 2024–25
Copa del Rey: 2024–25
Supercopa de España: 2023, 2025
Individual
Premier League Player of the Month: November 2021
La Liga Player of the Month: March 2025
Included in La Liga Team of the Season: 2024–25
💬 Personal Life
Raphinha is married to Nátalia Rodrigues. The couple welcomed their first child, a son, in May 2023.
He maintains a close friendship with former Barcelona star Ronaldinho, stemming from his father's musical collaborations with the football legend.
Raphinha's journey from the streets of Porto Alegre to the pinnacle of European football exemplifies determination and talent. His contributions to both club and country continue to make him a standout figure in the football world.
