Raphinha has etched his name into UEFA Champions League history by matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s record for the most goal contributions in a single season of the tournament. The Barcelona winger reached the milestone during the second leg of the 2024-25 semifinal against Inter Milan at the San Siro, netting his side’s third goal in the dramatic contest.
The Brazilian has now racked up 21 goal involvements 13 goals and 8 assists a new high for any Barcelona player in a single Champions League campaign. Just last week, he surpassed Lionel Messi’s previous club-best of 19 contributions (14 goals and 5 assists) from the 2011-12 season.
Raphinha's record now stands alongside that of Cristiano Ronaldo, who amassed 17 goals and 4 assists during Real Madrid’s victorious 2013-14 Champions League run. His tally also sees him edge past teammate Robert Lewandowski’s 21 contributions from Bayern Munich’s title-winning 2019-20 season.
Most goal contributions in a single season:
Raphinha - Barcelona - 21 - 2024/25
Cristiano Ronaldo - Real Madrid - 21 - 2013/14
Cristiano Ronaldo - 20 - 2015/16
Robert Lewandowski - 20 - 2019/20
Lionel Messi - 19 - 2011/12
Raphinha shines under Hansi Flick
Raphinha's outstanding form comes under the guidance of new head coach Hansi Flick, under whom the Brazilian has thrived in a rejuvenated Barcelona setup. The winger has delivered 13 goals and 8 assists in just 12 Champions League appearances this season.
UEFA’s revamped format for the competition, which includes two extra matches in the group phase, gave players a wider platform to showcase their abilities an opportunity Raphinha has seized fully. Across all competitions this season, he has been in sensational form, contributing 31 goals and 25 assists in 52 appearances.
