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Diego Simeone praises Raphinha as 'extraordinary footballer' ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona clash

Diego Simeone praises Raphinha as 'extraordinary footballer' ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona clash
World Sports · 00:39:03 - Monday, 9 November 2026

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone praised Barcelona winger Raphinha ahead of their upcoming clash, describing the Brazilian as "an extraordinary footballer." Simeone offered his analysis of Barcelona's strengths during a pre-match press conference on November 7, 2026.

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