Raphinha | Barcelona

Key Significance: Ultra-rare Adidas boots match-worn by Brazilian international and FC Barcelona winger Raphinha during the 2022/23 campaign. Worn across 4 confirmed competitive fixtures, spanning La Liga and UEFA Champions League competition during Raphinha’s debut season with Barcelona. The documented match history includes El Clásico against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu, alongside Barcelona’s dramatic 3–3 UEFA Champions League draw against Inter Milan at Camp Nou. Specially custom made-to-measure in Germany by Adidas Athlete Services, the pair feature player-specific personalisation and bespoke internal construction tailored to Raphinha’s individual requirements. Each boot carries “RCN 11” alongside the Brazil national flag, whilst the internal heel construction incorporates additional cushioning and a softer lining material than found within commercially available examples. Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Collect Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into BC Authenticity Verification™, our online registry for instant verification. Match History: La Liga: 9th October 2022 – Barcelona 1–0 Celta Vigo, Camp Nou. 16th October 2022 – Real Madrid 3–1 Barcelona, Santiago Bernabéu. El Clásico. 20th October 2022 – Barcelona 3–0 Villarreal, Camp Nou. UEFA Champions League – Group C: 12th October 2022 – Barcelona 3–3 Inter Milan, Camp Nou. 4 confirmed competitive fixtures across La Liga and UEFA Champions League competition. Player Modifications & Personalisation: Each boot features “RCN 11” to the lateral heel section, incorporating Raphinha’s personalised initials and squad number. The Brazil national flag accompanies the lettering, providing a distinctive player-specific identifier associated with his international representation. These personalised details distinguish the pair from commercially available examples and reflect their preparation specifically for Raphinha’s professional use. Made-to-Measure Athlete Construction: The pair were specially custom made-to-measure in Germany by Adidas Athlete Services, incorporating modifications tailored to Raphinha’s individual anatomical and comfort requirements. Most notably, the internal heel construction differs from the retail specification, featuring thicker, more consistent padding throughout the heel area. A softer internal lining material has also been incorporated, providing additional cushioning and comfort around the rear of the foot. These modifications demonstrate the individual adaptations made to Raphinha’s professional footwear beyond the standard commercially available construction. Match Use & Provenance: This pair are confirmed as having been match-worn by Raphinha across four competitive fixtures for Barcelona during October 2022. Their documented period of use spans just 12 days, beginning with Barcelona’s La Liga victory over Celta Vigo and concluding against Villarreal. Of particular significance is their use during El Clásico at the Santiago Bernabéu on 16th October 2022, one of the most prestigious fixtures in world football. The pair were also worn during Barcelona’s 3–3 Champions League draw against Inter Milan, a dramatic European encounter during the group stage of the competition. Together, these fixtures establish a clearly defined period of competitive use during the opening months of Raphinha’s Barcelona career. Collector & Investment Significance: A rare Raphinha match-worn piece from his debut season with FC Barcelona, combining confirmed domestic and European match provenance with bespoke Adidas Athlete Services manufacture. The inclusion of El Clásico and UEFA Champions League competition within the four-match history provides particular collector significance, directly associating the boots with two of football’s most prestigious competitive settings. Their personalised “RCN 11” detailing, Brazil national flag and individually modified heel construction further distinguish the pair as genuine professional equipment prepared specifically for Raphinha. Originating from the early stages of his Barcelona career, the boots represent an appealing example of his transition into one of European football’s most prominent clubs, with a precisely documented period of competitive use. Fully authenticated and accompanied by the BC Collect Certificate of Authenticity, including entry into BC Authenticity Verification™, our online registry for instant verification.