Raphinha hat-trick powers Barcelona to comeback win over Sevilla
Emeka
Raphinha scored three times as Barcelona came from behind to defeat Sevilla 3-1 at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium and extend their winning streak in La Liga.
Sevilla took the lead in the 19th minute after Félix Correia delivered a cross into the box for Youssouf Fofana, who headed past Barcelona goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos.
Barcelona quickly responded, drawing level just three minutes later through Raphinha. The Brazilian winger cut inside before sending a composed finish beyond Vlachodimos.
Raphinha completed his hat-trick in the 69th minute after receiving an expertly weighted pass from Lamine Yamal. The 29-year-old then lifted the ball over the advancing Sevilla goalkeeper to put Barcelona ahead.
The result extended Barcelona’s league winning run to seven matches and made it eight victories in all competitions.
Raphinha’s treble also took his season tally to 14 goals in all competitions.
Sevilla, meanwhile, remained fifth in the La Liga standings with 13 points following the defeat.