Rafinha celebrates 100th appearance for Barcelona with hat-trick as Blaugrana rout Bavarians 4-1. Barcelona forward Rafinha has revealed his delight at playing his 100th game for the Catalan giants. Scoring a hat-trick as the club thrashed Bayern Munich 4-1 in the Champions League on Wednesday. While also being named Man of the Match, as reported by Diario Sport. UFABET
‘It was a very happy night for me. I am very satisfied with what we did. And I think we played very well as a team.’ Rafinha said. ‘I have said before that this match deserves to be a Champions League final. And to win like this is very special. I am happy.’
‘This is the most important thing, we won the second time in the Champions League. We have to think about Saturday’s game (against Real Madrid) and prepare well.’
‘El Clasico looks like a great game, it’s one of the best games in the world. I think what Madrid did yesterday and what happened today shows that it’s going to be a great game.’
‘It’s always a great game. There’s no El Clasico that’s not good to play and watch. It’s going to be a great game.’
Since joining from Leeds United in the summer of 2022. Rafinha has enjoyed an impressive season, scoring nine goals in 13 appearances in all competitions. Including two hat-tricks.
‘Since I arrived here, I’ve been dreaming about these nights: scoring goals, playing these games and scoring the decisive goals.’ Rafinha said.
Speaking before he celebrated his hat-trick in his 100th game for the club. He said: ‘It was a special and emotional night. The 100th game, I will never forget it.’
‘Even in my wildest dreams, I never imagined playing my 100th game for Barca would be like this.’