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 Sempre Barca hoping to deliver the latest updates to his fellow ‘culés’.

BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona renew 28-year-old club captain’s contract until 2028
FC Barcelona continue to direct their efforts towards establishing a strong squad for next season. For the Catalan giants, it is imperative...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - JULY 25: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media during the unveiled of Hansi Flick as new FC Barcelona Coach at Spotify Camp Nou on July 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona now in talks to bring in former Bayer Leverkusen Director responsible for signing Florian Wirtz – Romano
There now seems to be a growing urgency at FC Barcelona to start working on their summer targets soon. After all, with...
SEVILLE, SPAIN - APRIL 26: Raphinha, Ronald Araujo and Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona celebrate after the team's victory in the Copa del Rey Final match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 26, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Fabrizio Romano confirms Barcelona have reached an agreement with 28-year-old forward to renew until 2028
Progress continues to be the name of the game for Barcelona as they move forward. While this may have been a successful...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 02: Mohamed Salah of Liverpool celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Luis Diaz during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Brighton & Hove Albion FC at Anfield on November 02, 2024 in Liverpool, England.
28-year-old Premier League winger is now the number one priority for Barcelona – Report
There is always a need at FC Barcelona to freshen things up and shake up the squad when needed. After all, no...
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 12: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fifth goal during the Spanish Super Cup Final between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona at King Abdullah Sports City on January 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Raphinha mirrors his iconic gesture for Leeds United with Barcelona now
To play for a club like FC Barcelona, players need to devote themselves completely to the cause. After all, the Catalan club...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 30: Raphinha of FC Barcelona (R) celebrates with team mate Pau Cubarsi after their team's third goal, an own goal scored by Yann Sommer of FC Internazionale (not pictured) during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final First Leg match between FC Barcelona and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
28-year-old forward and Barcelona have their differences over his contract renewal – Report
FC Barcelona are always looking at ways to secure their own long-term plans and objectives. For the Catalan giants, it is absolutely...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Pedri of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 17, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Yamal 9.0, Pedri 8.5 | Barcelona 2-3 Villarreal: Player ratings
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Barcelona's German goalkeeper #01 Marc-Andre ter Stegen gestures before the start of the Spanish league football match between FC Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona on March 30, 2024.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against Villarreal | La Liga
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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 Villarreal: Match preview | La Liga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 01: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona looks on during the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona predicted line-up to face Villarreal in La Liga clash
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 11: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, places a hand on the shoulder of Carlo Ancelotti, Head Coach of Real Madrid, prior to the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘Deserved to win’… Carlo Ancelotti congratulates Barcelona on winning La Liga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JULY 25: FC Barcelona President Joan Laporta faces the media during the unveiled of Hansi Flick as new FC Barcelona Coach at Spotify Camp Nou on July 25, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Joan Laporta confirms that Barcelona is already planning for the next season
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MADRID, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 29: Diego Simeone, Head Coach of Atletico de Madrid, looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Civitas Metropolitano on September 29, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.
Diego Simeone wants 20-year-old Barcelona midfielder for Atletico Madrid in the summer – Report
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HEIDENHEIM, GERMANY - APRIL 05: Jonathan Tah of Bayer 04 Leverkusen in action during the Bundesliga match between 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Voith-Arena on April 05, 2025 in Heidenheim, Germany.
Barcelona see 26-year-old Serie A defender as an alternative to Jonathan Tah – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 15: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Pol Lozano of RCD Espanyol during the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and FC Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on May 15, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘Just like the one he scored’… Pedri reveals intriguing fact about Lamine Yamal as Barcelona clinch La Liga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 15: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammates in front of fans of RCD Espanyol during the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and FC Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on May 15, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona crowned 2025 La Liga champions after 2-0 win over Espanyol
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 15: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Alejandro Balde during the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and FC Barcelona at RCDE Stadium on May 15, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Yamal 9.5, Christensen 8.5 | Espanyol 0-2 Barcelona: Player ratings
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VILLARREAL, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 22: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the LaLiga match between Villarreal CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio de la Ceramica on September 22, 2024 in Villarreal, Spain.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against Espanyol | La Liga
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LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 01: Cole Palmer of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's third goal with Christopher Nkunku during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Aston Villa FC at Stamford Bridge on December 01, 2024 in London, England.
‘The best player in the world’… Cole Palmer names Barcelona star as the world’s finest
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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.
Espanyol vs Barcelona: Match preview | La Liga
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