Rafinha Alcantara

[EdmondDantes]

I thought he was fantastic, especially in the first half. I prefer him in midfield though, keep Pedro for the forward spot when one of the 3 aren't playing.

 

[Galning]

I think he was pretty bad until he scored that tap-in. Then improved but still nothing spectacular.

 

[raskolnikov]

Overall he was one of our better players o the pitch and very involved compared to his usual Sergi Roberto like invisiblity.

 

[Antimadridista1]

Average in my opinion. I always said it and I say it again, he's a bit too slow to become a starter in our club.

 

[ATLBarcaFan]

I think he was pretty bad until he scored that tap-in. Then improved but still nothing spectacular.

I agree with this, thought he was poor outside of the goal. Felt like he tried to do too much on his own at times.

 

[Barcelonista]

Its irritating how some people expect every young player at Barca to perform like Messi did at this age. He has everything a modern player needs. I have no doubt he will turn into the world-class quality with time and games. It would be devastating if we end up losing both brothers.

 

[Co0ter]

He had a solid performance, but really nothing out of the ordinary. The goal was nothing special either. I've had a lot of faith in Rafinha and still do, but he shouldn't be playing as a winger, especially on the left side. I've got to admit I'm disappointed with his overall speed, he needs to be an entire step ahead to have a chance of beating his man in both midfield or on the wing.

 

[Ghostmaster]

I think he did pretty well, scored a goal and could have scored even more, there was situation where he couldn't reach the ball after Rakitic cross, then there was a nice shot where Beto had to make a super save and one of his shots hit the post, he was really dangerous.

 

[silvia]

he was good except he drowns at 70min and can't play full minutes.
When he was out, it was a disaster even more. his run was helpful.
When he mind.reads and learn fast like neymar shares with messi and suarez, then he will add to solid depth. He should share the chemistry, try to make up stamina for full minutes and it will make things easier.

 

[PhilS]

Lots of good things about his performance at forward last night, even though when he is up front he does not always know what to do. You've got to like the way he pops up on defense over the entire field.

There is no reason for him to go 90 minutes, I'd much rather see him run like a lunatic for 70 minutes, then bring in fresh legs. I'm looking forward to Rafinha playing quite a bit more this year than last year.

 

[Darko]

Average in my opinion. I always said it and I say it again, he's a bit too slow to become a starter in our club.

Slow how?
Like pace/acceleration slow or "takes too long to make a decision" slow?

 

[SeloBarca]

Another horrible performance against a stronger team

 

[evilhita666]

What a disaster!

 

[te amo barca]

Another horrible performance against a stronger team

are Athletic stronger than Sevilla?

But yes, he was abysmal. Others weren't better though,

 

[Galning]

Wasn't he supposed to be better than Thiago? Ouch.