After a key goal in a 3-1 comeback win over Atlético Madrid, the winer says hard work and composure are fueling Barça’s title charge
Barcelona’s hard-fought 3-1 comeback win over Atlético Madrid was more than just three points—it was a statement of resilience. Spearheading the effort, winger Raphinha delivered a performance and a post-match message that resonated throughout Camp Nou: “This is the spirit we need.”
After falling behind to an early Atlético goal, the Brazilian responded swiftly, carving through the defense to score a slick equalizer. That goal sparked a turnaround, with Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres netting later to secure a vital victory that sends Barça four points clear at the top of LaLiga.
Speaking to reporters after the final whistle, Raphinha emphasized that triumph was born from mentality. “The important thing is to believe in the work,” he said. “There are many matches where we can start losing. We have to be prepared. We’re working on it very well. This is the spirit we need to have to win matches like this.”
He acknowledged the psychological hurdle of conceding first, especially against a side like Diego Simeone’s Atlético, but praised his team’s composure. “We might concede a goal, but we need to keep our heads to come back. We knew how difficult this game would be.”
While his influence was clear, Raphinha asked to be substituted in the second half, quickly clarifying it was due to fatigue, not injury. “I’m looking to get back to my best physical condition. I felt it today, a bit tired,” he explained, highlighting the squad’s depth. “Both Pedri and I have other high-quality players who can take our places.”
With the title race intensifying, Raphinha believes this performance can be a turning point. “We’re gaining confidence game by game. These are three important points that can decide the league,” he said. “If we keep picking up points game by game, everything will go much better.”
For Hansi Flick’s side, the message from their match-winner is clear: the spirit shown against Atlético must now become their blueprint for the season ahead.
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