Sevilla manager slams Raphinha Ballon d,Or snub after hat trick

Sevilla coach Luis Garcia hit out at the Ballon d,Or committee after Raphinha tore his team apart.

Written by the BettingEdgeHub desk, 20 September 2026

Barcelona continued their perfect start to the domestic season with a three to one victory over Sevilla. The Catalan side had to come from behind after a difficult opening spell. Raphinha took center stage by scoring a brilliant hat trick to seal the points.

Incredible scoring run

The Brazilian forward has been in unstoppable form at the start of the current campaign. He has already been involved in fifteen goals across the first seven league fixtures. Bookmakers have taken notice of this blistering productivity in the early markets.

Sevilla boss Luis Garcia spoke to reporters after the final whistle. He branded the decision to leave the forward off the Ballon d,Or shortlist a total joke. Garcia noted that the attacker is a true match winner who influences every phase of play.

Market implications

Punters looking at future goalscorer markets must now respect his phenomenal output. His recent form suggests prices on him to win individual accolades or top scorer crowns will shorten significantly. Bettors should monitor his fitness closely as a busy schedule approaches.

What it means for a bet

Backing Raphinha in the goalscorer markets makes sense while he remains in such blistering form.

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