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Barça Uses Converted Raphinha as Striker

FC Barcelona has converted winger Raphinha into a center forward under Hansi Flick, with the Brazilian delivering 3 goals in the first two matches of LaLiga 2026-27.

With Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres (40 goals combined last season) no longer at the club, FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has improvised by converting Raphinha from winger to center forward for the 2026-27 season.

The tactical experiment has yielded positive results, with the Brazilian forward scoring 3 goals in Barcelona's first two LaLiga matches, demonstrating his adaptability to the new position and meeting Flick's tactical expectations. tbzikra.com