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Barca Star Breaks Silence On Bench Tantrum

Barca Star Breaks Silence On Bench Tantrum

BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 16: Raphinha of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Europa League knockout round play-off leg one match between FC Barcelona and Manchester United at Spotify Camp Nou on February 16, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Pedro Salado/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images)

FC Barcelona star Raphinha has broken his silence after his angry reaction to being substitute against Manchester United.

The Brazil international bagged a goal and an assist as Barcelona drew 2-2 with Manchester United in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League last 32 clash on Thursday.

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Raphinha was then taken off with seven minutes to go in the second half, a decision which he did not take too kindly.

The Brazilian was seen punching a seat in frustration before being calmed down by his Barcelona teammates.

The former Leeds United star has since apologised for his behaviour and clarified he has no issue with Xavi Hernandez.

" I've already apologised and I will do it again on training. I want to say sorry for my reaction after the change, it won't happen again". the Brazilian said, as per the Sun.

"I don't have any problem with Xavi or the club, I just wanted to be on the pitch."

The Brazilian attacker has registered seven goals and nine assists in 31 appearances across all competitions this campaign.

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