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’.

AC Milan's Nigerian midfielder #21 Samuel Chukwueze controls the ball past Barcelona's French defender #04 Clement Lenglet during the pre-season club friendly football match between Barcelona and AC Milan at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland, August 6, 2024.
29-year-old Barcelona defender waives off pending salary as he departs the club – Report
FC Barcelona have been dealing with the vulnerable state of their financial reality since quite a few seasons. It has even forced...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - APRIL 30: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal 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.
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal now becomes the world’s highest rated player
FC Barcelona remains home to some of the most valued and impressive players in world football, such as Lamine Yamal and Pedri....
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.
Frenkie de Jong reveals whether or not he will renew with Barcelona
With the summer transfer window now here, FC Barcelona is expected to make some big decisions. From both arrivals to departures, the...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 30: Gerard Martin of FC Barcelona takes his jacket off during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 30, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Premier League side Wolves are now interested in 23-year-old Barcelona defender – Report
The summer transfer window is now in full swing, and FC Barcelona want to be an active part of it. There have...
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - JULY 01: Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal looks on during the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Portugal and Slovenia at Frankfurt Arena on July 01, 2024 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
‘Let the kid grow’… Cristiano Ronaldo speaks about Lamine Yamal ahead of UEFA Nations League final
FC Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has well and truly taken over the footballing world by storm. For both club and country, the...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal with teammate Lamine Yamal 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.
Official: Barcelona forward named La Liga Player of the Season
The entirety of this season was a long and hard-fought battle for FC Barcelona across every single competition. Once doubted, the Catalan...
STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 05: Lamine Yamal of Spain looks on during the UEFA Nations League 2025 semifinal match between Spain and France at Stuttgart Arena on June 05, 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany.
Numbers prove why Lamine Yamal was the MVP against France
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VALLADOLID, SPAIN - MAY 03: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Real Valladolid CF and FC Barcelona at Jose Zorrilla on May 03, 2025 in Valladolid, Spain.
‘I told him’… Barcelona midfielder believes Hansi Flick treated him unfairly
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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.
Pedri sends a message to Joan Garcia ahead of his potential move to Barcelona
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COPENHAGEN, DENMARK - FEBRUARY 13: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City, applauds the fans at full-time following the team's victory in the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 first leg match between F.C. Copenhagen and Manchester City at Parken Stadium on February 13, 2024 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
‘I’d like to’… Pep Guardiola reveals a Barcelona player that he would like to coach
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 24: Joan Garcia of RCD Espanyol kisses his badge following the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at RCDE Stadium on May 24, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Fabrizio Romano confirms 24-year-old Espanyol player is on the verge of joining Barcelona
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 19: FC Barcelona football Coordinator Bojan Krkic and FC Barcelona Sports Director Deco look on from the stands during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on May 19, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘We will make 2, 3, or 4 signings’… Barcelona Director reveals more about the club’s transfer plans
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Paris Saint-Germain's French forward #10 Ousmane Dembele celebrates after scoring an equalizer during the UEFA Champions League quarter final first leg football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and FC Barcelona at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris on April 10, 2024.
‘It’s a 50-50’… Former PSG coach and player believes the Ballon d’Or will either go to Barcelona star or Ousmane Dembele
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MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 26: Laureus Academy Member Ruud Gullit poses with The Laureus World Sports Award trophy during the Laureus World Sports Awards 2024 nominations announcement at Real Casa de Correos on February 26, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.
Ruud Gullit hails Barcelona star Lamine Yamal’s Ballon d’Or chances despite UCL final absence
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 01: Joan Garcia of RCD Espanyol celebrates victory following the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at RCDE Stadium on February 01, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Fabrizio Romano says 24-year-old Spanish goalkeeper’s agreement with Barcelona is now almost done
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Lamine Yamal 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.
Claude Makelele thinks Barcelona have a player better than Lamine Yamal and Ousmane Dembele in this season’s UCL
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 01: Joan Garcia of RCD Espanyol celebrates victory following the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at RCDE Stadium on February 01, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona now leading the race to land 24-year-old Espanyol goalkeeper – Report
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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.
The main reason why Ronald Araujo now only thinks about staying at Barcelona – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 24: Joan Garcia of RCD Espanyol kisses his badge following the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at RCDE Stadium on May 24, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona have already sent an offer to 24-year-old summer transfer target – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MAY 24: Joan Garcia of RCD Espanyol kisses his badge following the LaLiga match between RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at RCDE Stadium on May 24, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
‘It would be nice’… 24-year-old Barcelona target reveals his thoughts on playing against current club Espanyol in the future
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