Are Rafinha and Thiago related?

Thiago is the son of the Brazilian former footballer and 1994 World Cup winner Mazinho. His mother, Valéria Alcântara, was a former Brazilian volleyball player. His younger brother, Rafinha, plays for Real Sociedad and the Brazilian national team.

Are Rafinha and Alcantara brothers?

Thiago AlcântaraRafinha / Brother

Is Raphinha Thiago’s brother?

His mother Valéria played volleyball, while his older brother, Thiago – another midfielder – also emerged through Barcelona’s youth ranks, going on to represent its first team and the Spain national side.

Why are Rafinha and Thiago different countries?

Despite being born in Italy to Brazilian parents, Thiago has made his international selection with Spain after moving there as a 14-year-old. Rafinha was born in Brazil before moving to Spain but decided to play international football with the former despite turning out at various youth levels for Spain.

How old is rafinha?

29 years (February 12, 1993)Rafinha / Age

How old is Raphinha?

25 years (December 14, 1996)Raphinha / Age

Which club is Rafinha?

Real Sociedad#17 / Midfielder
Brazil
Rafinha/Current teams

Why is rafinha Brazilian and Thiago Spanish?

While Thiago represents Spain, however, and is married to a Spaniard, Rafinha, after playing for Spain at the underage level, has chosen to follow in his father’s footsteps and represent the Seleção. “I’m Brazilian,” Rafinha said when asked about his decision. “I was born in Brazil and I’ve always felt Brazilian.

Which club is rafinha?

What position is rafinha?

MidfielderRafinha / Position

When did Rafinha join Celta?

On 27 June 2013, Rafinha extended his contract with Barça, keeping him at the club until 2016. A few weeks later, he was loaned to fellow La Liga team Celta, and made his debut in the Spanish top flight on 19 August, helping the Galicians to a 2–2 home draw against Espanyol.

Who is Rafinha and what is his background?

He started his career with Barcelona, making his debut with the first team in 2011. After a loan at Celta, he played his first La Liga match for the former club in 2014. In October 2020, he signed with Paris Saint-Germain. Rafinha represented both Spain and Brazil at youth level, before debuting with the latter as a senior in 2015.

How many goals did Rafinha score in his career?

For Coritiba, Rafinha made 23 appearances in the 2004 season and scored three goals in 13 appearances in the 2005 season. At Coritiba, Rafinha eventually found his way into the Brazil under-20 national team and played in the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship in the Netherlands.

Is Rafinha related to Thiago?

Rafinha is the brother of Thiago ( Bayern Munich ). Rafinha is the son of Mazinho. Rafinha is the cousin of Rodrigo ( Valencia CF ).