Raphinha's Tattoo Message: A Note for Friends and Foes

Raphinha, the Brazilian star of Barcelona, has issued a message of hope to fans and a warning to rivals, inspired by one of his tattoos. Speaking about Barcelona’s recent dip in form, he conveyed confidence in the team's ability to overcome their current struggles under head coach Hansi Flick.

Barcelona, which had started the season impressively, lost significant ground in November and December. They are now tied on points with Atletico Madrid, who have a game in hand, while Real Madrid trails by just one point with a match advantage.

Raphinha, who has flourished under Flick this season, addressed these challenges during an interview with ESPN. He revealed, “I have a tattoo that says: 'This too shall pass.' It serves as a reminder that both good and bad times are temporary. For Barcelona, these moments will pass too. To our rivals: don’t think it will always stay like this, and to our friends: keep your faith strong.”

The Brazilian star emphasized the importance of a resilient mindset, saying, “We must approach every game with the mentality that we are the strongest team in the world, because that’s the truth. We need more focus, defend as a team, attack as a team, and treat every game as the most important of the season. With this approach, we will improve.”