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Raphinha has revealed shocking details about a heated altercation with Benfica players following Barcelona’s dramatic 5-4 Champions League win.
The Brazilian winger claimed that Benfica players insulted him after the match, leading to a tense confrontation that even required police intervention.
Barcelona staged an incredible comeback on Tuesday night, with Raphinha scoring a last-gasp winner in the 96th minute.
His two-goal performance helped the Catalan side overturn deficits of 3-1 and 4-2 in one of the most thrilling games in recent memory. However, the excitement did not end there.
After the final whistle, tensions flared as both teams headed down the tunnel. Benfica’s coach, Bruno Lage, was seen berating his players on the pitch, and emotions boiled over backstage.
According to Raphinha, Benfica players provoked him with insults, which he could not ignore.
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Speaking to reporters after the game, Raphinha explained his side of the story. “I'm someone who respects everyone, but when I was leaving the pitch, people were insulting me,” he said. “I returned the insults. I know I shouldn’t have, but it got heated with the Benfica players.”
The Brazilian added, "I'm someone who doesn't let anything lie. I respect them if they respect me, but I don't shut up if they insult me. It's normal after an ending like that to a match."
Mundo Deportivo reports that police had to step in to separate the players as the situation escalated. Despite the drama, Raphinha remained focused on his performance, helping Barca secure a crucial win in their Champions League campaign.
Barcelona will now shift their focus to La Liga, where they face Valencia on Sunday, followed by another crucial Champions League clash against Atalanta. Raphinha is expected to play a key role in both fixtures as he enjoys a standout season.
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