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Quique Setien touts Raphinha as deserving 2026 Ballon d'Or

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Quique Setien touts Raphinha as deserving 2026 Ballon d'Or
Summary

Former Barcelona manager Quique Setien stated that Raphinha is the current best player and deserves the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Setien emphasized Raphinha's completeness as a footballer and his efforts on the field. Despite not being shortlisted for the award, Raphinha has started the 2026-27 season strong, scoring 14 goals already. He previously faced injuries during the 2025-26 campaign, and Brazil's World Cup performance was limited as they reached the last 16.

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  • •Quique Setien believes Raphinha is the best player currently.
  • •Raphinha has scored 14 goals in the current La Liga season.
  • •Barcelona is leading La Liga as of September 26, 2026.
  • •Raphinha had an injury-affected previous season.
  • •Brazil exited the 2026 World Cup in the last 16.
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  • 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I’d give it to Raphinha right now’ – Ex-Barcelona boss says Brazilian deserves Ballon d’Or
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“He's an absolutely complete footballer.”

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