"I'm putting Barça in there because I'm sure we'll be there. I hope so. And when it came to choosing an opponent, his answer was just as direct. Paris. Barça against Paris Saint-Germain. This reflects the confidence inside the Barcelona dressing room as the team emerges as a serious force in European football."
"In the World Cup final, I'd love to see Brazil and Spain. It would be funny. My heart is torn. If both clubs reach the final, I have to support my own and I'll do everything to win for my country, but I'll also be happy for my teammates."
"If I win the Champions League with Barça, I'll do it in Budapest and at the Camp Nou. If I win the World Cup with Brazil, I'll do it too, because it's also a way of showing my gratitude to football and to the pitch, which is our sacred ground."
Raphinha participated in an candid interview where he revealed his ambitions without hesitation or caution. He expressed certainty that Barcelona will reach the Champions League final and selected Paris Saint-Germain as his preferred opponent. When discussing a hypothetical World Cup final, he chose Brazil versus Spain, acknowledging the emotional conflict given his Barcelona teammates from Spain. He emphasized that while his primary loyalty is to Brazil, he would feel happy for his Spanish teammates. Regarding trophy celebrations, Raphinha stressed the importance of gratitude to football and the pitch, viewing victories as opportunities to show appreciation for the sport.
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