2025 FIFA Award: "Basketball Player?!" - Raphinha's Wife Slams FIFA Over Snub

Raphinha's wife, Natalia Rodrigues, is fuming after her husband missed out on FIFA's Best XI. She took to social media, questioning if those voting thought Raphinha was playing basketball.

Rodrigues posted a series of Instagram stories, highlighting Raphinha's impressive stats, including 62 goals in 64 matches last season. She expressed her frustration, saying, "Why is Raphinha, who contributed 62 goals in 64 matches this season, not in FIFA's Team of the Year? Did you think he was a basketball player? This is unfair!".

Raphinha, who finished fifth in the Ballon d'Or race, had a stellar season with Barcelona, scoring 60 goals in 57 games across all competitions. He also led the Champions League in goals and assists.

Rodrigues' posts have sparked a wave of support from Barcelona fans, who feel Raphinha was snubbed. Many are questioning the voting process and demanding answers from FIFA.

The FIFA Best XI includes players like Gianluigi Donnarumma, Achraf Hakimi, and Jude Bellingham. Ousmane Dembele, who won the Best Men's Player award, is also part of the team.

Raphinha's wife has urged fans to vote for him in the FIFA Best Player award, saying, "Let's win what is ours". She's determined to see her husband recognized for his outstanding performances.