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Raphinha relieved to have scored first Barcelona goal

New signing Raphinha admitted he was relieved to have scored his first goal for his new club after netting in Saturday’s 3-0 win over Sevilla.

The Brazilian bagged the opening goal with a header from close range after a Robert Lewandowski effort had been hooked off the line.

Raphinha spoke to the media after the game about his goal and the three points for Xavi’s side.

“It was a very difficult match. I was a bit anxious about my first goal but today I scored,” he said. “I hope more will come. I haven’t scored many headed goals.