Barcelona came from behind to claim a record-extending 15th Supercopa de Espana title after beating Real Madrid 5-2 in an enthralling Clasico match.
Raphinha played for the Blaugrana with two goals and an assist, with the win marking Hansi Flick's first trophy for the club since joining in May.
However, Madrid took the lead in the fifth minute when Kylian Mbappé rounded off a lightning-quick counterattack with a fine finish past Wojciech Szczesny.
But Barcelona restored parity shortly afterwards when Lamine Yamal was played in behind by Robert Lewandowski, with the teenager taking his time before slotting the ball home.
Two goals in three minutes put Barca firmly in control of the match, with Lewandowski scoring a penalty after Gavi was felled in the penalty area by Eduardo Camavinga.
Raphinha then provided a brilliant header that was beyond the reach of Thibaut Courtois after Jules Kounde's precise throw, but the first-half goalscorer was not finished.
Flick's side went further in the 10th minute of first-half stoppage time when Alejandro Balde collected Raphinha's pass before finding the bottom right corner.
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Raphinha then grabbed his brace three minutes after the restart, cutting back to his favored left foot to fire the ball home after Marc Casado's sharp through ball.
However, Barcelona were reduced to ten men just before the end when Szczesny left his penalty area and brought down Mbappe.
The decision was ultimately given after referee Gil Manzano was sent to the monitor to assess the incident, with the Pole sent off in just his third start for Barcelona.
Szczesny's replacement, Inaki Pena, then plucked the ball from the net on his first appearance in the match, as Rodrygo crashed the resulting free-kick onto the post.
But Barcelona's significant margin saw them through the closing stages, with Mbappe coming closest to another consolation goal in the 90th minute.
Data debrief: Barcelona are in charge of the Clásico
The Clasico has seen some captivating matches on the biggest stages over the years, but the 2025 Supercopa de Espana will certainly be remembered for years to come.
But it was Barcelona who reigned supreme once again after beating Los Blancos 4-0 earlier this season as their impressive form continued in the legendary match.
Flick's side have now scored at least four goals in consecutive Clasicos in all competitions for the first time in history, while it is also the first time both sides have achieved the feat since Madrid did it in 1963.
Barcelona have now scored nine goals in their last two Clásico meetings, the same number as in their previous six meetings in all competitions.
And despite being on the losing side, Mbappe continued his impressive form in the final for his new side. The Frenchman became the first Madrid player to score in his first three finals for the club in all competitions since at least the 2013/14 season.
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