"Yes, the truth is that recognition for your work is very special; in the end, well, knowing that you've given your best and receiving an award for it is very rewarding," he stated."
"For me, the most important thing is team awards, which is why I came to the club, but if I told you that individual awards weren't important, I'd be lying."
"I don't owe anything to anyone. I know the season I had, and I know it was very unfair; in the end, it's something we can't control. I have no control over anything off the field. "Ultimately, you have to be friendly with"
Raphinha captained FC Barcelona during the 2024/25 campaign and played a central role in winning La Liga, the Spanish Super Cup, and the Copa del Rey. The 29-year-old Brazilian winger recorded more than 60 direct goal involvements across the season and combined on-field leadership with high output. Major individual awards did not reflect the campaign: he missed the 2025 Ballon d'Or top three and did not win FIFA's The Best. SER Catalunya presented the Toresky Award for Best Athlete of the Year in recognition of the performances. Raphinha values collective trophies above individual honours while still appreciating recognition for his work.
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