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’.

TURIN, ITALY - FEBRUARY 02: Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Serie A match between Juventus and Empoli at Allianz Stadium on February 02, 2025 in Turin, Italy.
26-year-old Serie A striker who is set to become a free agent in June continues to prioritize Barcelona – Report
Despite the undeniable quality Robert Lewandowski still possesses, the Polish striker is no longer as sharp as in his prime. Barcelona may...
BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 09: Marcos Senesi of AFC Bournemouth during the pre-season friendly match between Bournemouth and Real Sociedad at Vitality Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Bournemouth, England.
Bournemouth star keeps Barcelona option open amid contract run-out
FC Barcelona continue to monitor promising opportunities in the transfer market as the club seeks to balance its sporting ambitions with financial...
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - SEPTEMBER 07: Malick Fofana of Belgium runs with the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Belgium and Kazakhstan at Lotto Park on September 07, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium.
Barcelona again linked with 20-year-old Lyon winger in cut-price deal – Report
Beyond the current campaign, FC Barcelona remain committed to strengthening their squad in a measured and realistic manner. Ongoing financial constraints continue...
GIRONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 16: Fran Beltran of Girona FC celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Girona FC and FC Barcelona at Montilivi Stadium on February 16, 2026 in Girona, Spain.
Joan Garcia 9.5, Yamal 5.0 | Girona 2-1 Barcelona: Player ratings
FC Barcelona suffer a second consecutive loss as they fail to beat Girona away from home. Instead, the opposition take all three...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 13: Raphinha of FC Barcelona (R) celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate Lamine Yamal (L) during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and CA Osasuna at Spotify Camp Nou on December 13, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona name starting XI for Girona clash | La Liga
FC Barcelona will be kicking off their game against Girona soon in La Liga. A crucial league encounter for the Catalan giants,...
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - JANUARY 21: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between SK Slavia Praha and FC Barcelona at Eden Arena on January 21, 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic.
Barcelona predicted line-up vs Girona in La Liga
FC Barcelona travel away for their next La Liga fixture, a short trip to Girona. Regarded as a Catalan derby, the match...
Girona vs FC Barcelona: Match preview | La Liga
Girona vs FC Barcelona: Match preview | La Liga
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MADRID, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 12: Marc Casado of FC Barcelona is shown a yellow card by referee Juan Martinez Munuera during the Copa Del Rey Semi-Final First Leg match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on February 12, 2026 in Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona vs Atletico VAR scandal deepens as no post-match audio released
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 22: Joan Garcia of FC Barcelona gestures ahead of the Spanish league, La Liga EA Sports, football match played between FC Barcelona and Athletic Club at Spotify Camp Nou stadium on November 22, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona name starting XI for Atletico Madrid clash | Copa del Rey
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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona looks on during a training session ahead of the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 against Newcastle United at St James' Park on September 17, 2025 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Barcelona predicted line-up vs Atletico Madrid in Copa del Rey
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Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona: Match preview
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona: Match preview | Copa del Rey
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 21: Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona celebrates with teammate Frenkie de Jong after scoring his team's sixth goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD3 match between FC Barcelona and Olympiacos FC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 21, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona injury update: Raphinha, Rashford out, key midfielder back in training ahead of Atletico clash
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 07: Marc Bernal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Mallorca at Spotify Camp Nou on February 07, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Marc Bernal celebrates first-ever Barcelona goal with touching dedication – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 07: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Alejandro Balde during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and RCD Mallorca at Spotify Camp Nou on February 07, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Yamal 8.5, Bernal 8.0 | Barcelona 3-0 Mallorca: Player ratings
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Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys.
Official: Barcelona name starting XI for RCD Mallorca clash | La Liga
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SANTANDER, SPAIN - JANUARY 15: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, gestures during the Copa del Rey Round of 16 match between Racing de Santander and FC Barcelona at El Sardinero on January 15, 2026 in Santander, Spain.
Barcelona predicted starting XI against RCD Mallorca | La Liga
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FC Barcelona vs RCD Mallorca: Match preview | La Liga
FC Barcelona vs RCD Mallorca: Match preview | La Liga
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - December 20: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, speaks to the media during a press conference ahead of the La Liga match against Villarreal CF at Estadio de la Cerámica on December 20, 2025 in in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick explains what stands out most about Lamine Yamal ahead of Mallorca clash
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MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 31: Florentino Perez, President of Real Madrid speaks to the audience as Kylian Mbappe is awarded with the Golden Boot 2024-2025, at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on October 31, 2025 in Madrid, Spain.
Real Madrid president wants to recreate ‘Luis Figo saga’ with €140m Barcelona star in 2027 – Report
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - NOVEMBER 25: Mika Godts of Ajax in action during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between AFC Ajax and SL Benfica at Johan Cruijff Arena on November 25, 2025 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Barcelona and Arsenal among clubs closely monitoring €15 million-rated Belgian winger – Report
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