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’.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - JANUARY 21: Frenkie de Jong of FC Barcelona scores a goal which is later ruled out for offside following a VAR review 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.
28-year-old Barcelona star steps up in Pedri’s absence – Report
There is no denying the fact that this FC Barcelona team is filled to the brim with quality. However, it is also...
ALBACETE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 03: Referee, Munuera Montero shows a yellow card to Daniel Bernabeu of Albacete Balompie during the Copa Del Rey Quarter Final match between Albacete Balompie and FC Barcelona at Estadio Carlos Belmonte on February 03, 2026 in Albacete, Spain.
Referee Munuera Montero’s controversial reaction in Albacete vs Barcelona match goes viral
The recent Copa del Rey clash between FC Barcelona and Albacete was definitely an intense contest. La Blaugrana, through their determination and...
ALBACETE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 03: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Copa Del Rey Quarter Final match between Albacete Balompie and FC Barcelona at Estadio Carlos Belmonte on February 03, 2026 in Albacete, Spain.
Yamal 9.0, Araujo 8.5 | Albacete 1-2 Barcelona: Player ratings
FC Barcelona advance to the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey with a crucial win over Albacete. The Catalan giants really needed...
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 11: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, gives instructions during the Spanish Super Cup Final between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid at King Abdullah Sports City Hall Stadium on January 11, 2026 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Barcelona predicted starting XI vs Albacete | Copa del Rey
FC Barcelona now turn their attention to the Copa del Rey, where they will face Albacete away from home. A challenging fixture...
Albacete vs Barcelona: Match preview | Copa del Rey
Albacete vs Barcelona: Match preview | Copa del Rey
Beyond La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, FC Barcelona now shift their focus to the Copa del Rey. As the record...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - OCTOBER 18: Pedri of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Girona FC at Spotify Camp Nou on October 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
€140m Barcelona midfield star takes a step forward in his recovery
FC Barcelona continue to pursue their objectives this season across all competitions, but injuries have tested the squad at various points. The...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 10: Raphinha of FC Barcelona is presented to the fans prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and Como1907 at Estadi Johan Cruyff on August 10, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona confirm Raphinha injury, outline recovery timeline
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SANTANDER, SPAIN - JANUARY 15: Ferran Torres of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal with Jules Kounde 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.
27-year-old Barcelona star trains normally after Elche knock, minutes vs Albacete undecided
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GUADALAJARA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 16: Marc-Andre ter Stegen of FC Barcelona warms up prior to the Copa del Rey match between CD Guadalajara and FC Barcelona at Estadio Pedro Escartin on December 16, 2025 in Guadalajara, Spain.
Barcelona loanee could return to the club following recent injury
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ELCHE, SPAIN - JANUARY 31: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona is challenged by John Chetauya of Elche CF during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Elche CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero on January 31, 2026 in Elche, Spain.
Yamal 9.0, Frenkie de Jong 8.5 | Elche 1-3 Barcelona: Player ratings
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SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN - JANUARY 18: Fermin Lopez of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring a goal with teammate Lamine Yamal, which is later disallowed following a VAR Review which concluded a foul took place in the build up, during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Sociedad and FC Barcelona at Estadio Anoeta on January 18, 2026 in San Sebastian, Spain.
Official: Barcelona name starting XI for Elche clash | La Liga
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - DECEMBER 06: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Betis Balompie and FC Barcelona at Estadio La Cartuja on December 06, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
Barcelona predicted line-up for the game against Elche
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FC Barcelona vs Real Oviedo: Match preview | La Liga
Elche vs FC Barcelona: Match preview | La Liga
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Picture shows FC Barcelona's badge displayed on a wall of the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona.
Four teams emerge as possible Champions League round of 16 opponents for Barcelona
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 28: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal from the penalty spot with teammate Lamine Yamal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and F.C. Copenhagen at Camp Nou on January 28, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Yamal 9.5, Bernal 8.0 | FC Barcelona 4-1 Copenhagen: Player ratings
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PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - JANUARY 21: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth goal 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.
Official: Barcelona name starting XI for FC Copenhagen clash | UCL
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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 line-up for the game against FC Copenhagen
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FC Barcelona vs FC Copenhagen: Match preview | UEFA Champions League
FC Barcelona vs FC Copenhagen: Match preview | UEFA Champions League
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 25: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and Real Oviedo at Spotify Camp Nou on January 25, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
Olmo 9.0, Yamal 8.5 | FC Barcelona 3-0 Real Oviedo: Player ratings
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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 Real Oviedo clash | La Liga
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