Raphinha named Barcelona captain for 2026/27 season

The Brazilian winger takes on the blaugrana armband as the club prepares for the World Cup.

Raphinha delivers his first speech as captain of FC Barcelona for the 2026/27 season. The Catalan club begins its calendar in matchday two of LaLiga against Elche on Sunday, following an agreement allowing players involved in the 2026 World Cup to benefit from three weeks of rest. Coach Hansi Flick assembles his squad without Rodri, who will join the group on Monday. Barça arrives at the match in confidence after their victory in the Joan Gamper Trophy.