Raphinha starts as a starter for Barcelona this Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 5pm (Brasília time) / 9pm (Barcelona local time), against Atlético of Madrid, at Spotify Camp Nou, for the 19th round of LaLiga 2025/26.
The 29-year-old Brazilian leads the team in assists this season and forms the attack alongside Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski.
The leader Barcelona, with 34 points, receives the fourth placed Atlético, which has 31 points, in a duel that could change the fight for the top of the table.
The broadcast takes place live on Disney+ and ESPN for the Brazilian public, with full coverage starting at Brasília.
Raphinha ready for the classic
Raphinha has regained her physical shape after a break from the Brazilian national team and has been training intensely since November.
Hans-Dieter Flick praises the player’s versatility on the left wing to unbalance compact defenses.
The striker has five goals and eight assists in LaLiga so far.
His participation increases Barcelona’s offensive possession percentage by 12% in recent games.
Official lineup of Barcelona
The 4-3-3 formation allows for quick transitions and high pressure on the opponent’s half.
Joan García defends the goal, while the defense counts on Cubarsí and Gerard Martín to contain Álvarez.
The starting lineup for Barcelona is:
- Joan García
- Jules Koundé
- Cock Cubarsí
- Gerard Martín
- Alejandro Balde
- Marc Casadó
- Pedri
- Dani Olmo
- Laminate Yamal
- Raphinha
- Robert Lewandowski
Reserves include Frenkie of Jong, Eric García and Ferran Torres for tactical adjustments during the match.
Atlético Official Lineup of Madrid
Diego Simeone adopts 4-4-2 with an emphasis on marking in midfield.
Jan Oblak holds the goal, and José María Giménez leads the defense against the Catalan attack.
The starting lineup for Atlético of Madrid is:
- Jan Oblak
- Nahuel
- José María Giménez
- Clement Lenglet
- David Hancko
- Pablo Barrios
- Koke
- Alex Baena
- Giuliano Simeone
- Nicolás González
- Julian Álvarez
Antoine Griezmann and Conor Gallagher remain on the bench to enter in decisive moments.
Embezzlements that affect strategies
Barcelona loses Gavi, Ronald Araújo, Fermín López and Marc-André ter Stegen due to muscle injuries.
Frenkie from Jong trains separately, but can be listed as an option in the second half.
Atlético has Robin Le Normand suspended, forcing Lenglet to improvise in defense.
Simeone’s team keeps its offensive squad intact, with Álvarez rested after the previous victory.
Where to watch live on Brasil
Disney+ and ESPN broadcast the game from 5pm (Brasília time) in high definition.
Pay TV subscribers access the signal via integrated sports packages.
In local time of Barcelona, the starting whistle sounds at 9pm (CET), aligning with the European time zone.
Official streaming apps offer real-time alerts for goals and substitutions.
Positions in the table before the clash
Barcelona are top with 34 points after 18 rounds, unbeaten at home in LaLiga.
Atlético de Madrid remains in fourth with 31 points, with the best defense in the championship having conceded just 11 goals.
Catalan victory extends the gap to seven points over second place.
Triunfo colchonero equals points with the leader and reignites the competition for the Spanish title.
History of recent clashes
Barcelona have won their last four home games against Atlético in LaLiga.
The most recent score, in April 2025, ended 1-0 for the Blaugranas in the Copa del Rey.
In the ten direct duels, Barça has the advantage with seven wins and just two defeats.
Simeone plans to explore counterattacks to neutralize the pace imposed by Raphinha and company.
Refereeing and duel statistics
Ricardo from Burgos Bengoetxea referees the game with experience in Spanish classics.
His average of 4.64 cards per game suggests a disciplined but intense confrontation.
Barcelona scores an average of 2.5 goals per home game this season.
Atlético concedes just 0.8 away goals, highlighting the expected balance in Spotify Camp Nou.
