Raphinha’s Aston Villa double takes him into Barcelona’s top three Champions League scorers
Raphinha scored twice as Barcelona beat Aston Villa in the Champions League, moving ahead of Neymar and Rivaldo in the club’s all-time scoring list in the competition.
The Barcelona captain opened the scoring in the 52nd minute before completing his double 12 minutes later to put the Catalan side 3-0 ahead.
The goals took the Brazil forward’s Champions League total for Barcelona to 23, level with Robert Lewandowski and third in the club’s history.
Only two players have scored more for Barcelona in the competition. Luis Suarez is next on 25 goals, while Lionel Messi leads the way with 120.
Raphinha’s latest goals moved him past two fellow Brazilians, with Rivaldo having scored 22 Champions League goals for Barcelona and Neymar 21.
The forward was substituted in the 70th minute, with Gavi replacing him.
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