Raphinha matches Messi with special record in LaLiga

The Brazilian Raphinha, a player for FC Barcelona, continues to excel in LaLiga during the 2026/2027 season, having scored 13 goals in his first 9 matches in the competition, achieving a remarkable figure among the top scorers of the 21st century.

Opta has released a list of the top goal scorers during the first 9 matches of a season in LaLiga since the start of the 21st century, featuring Raphinha alongside several football stars.

Cristiano Ronaldo tops the list after scoring 17 goals in his first 9 matches with Real Madrid in the 2014/2015 season.

Lionel Messi scored 13 goals for FC Barcelona in his first 9 matches of the 2012/2013 season, the same number Raphinha has netted this season.

Despite Raphinha scoring his last goal against Real Madrid in LaLiga's 10th round, his tally came during just 9 matches, having missed the Getafe match due to injury.