Barcelona player ratings vs Osasuna: Raphinha is magic! Brazil winger nets classy brace to extend Blaugrana's lead at top of La Liga

Raphinha scored both goals to secure a 2-0 victory for Barcelona over Osasuna, extending their lead at the top of La Liga to seven points. Despite a largely toothless attacking performance, the former Leeds United star broke the deadlock in the 70th minute with a 20-yard strike and later added a close-range volley to seal the win. The result increases pressure on Real Madrid and their manager Xabi Alonso.

Barcelona started brightly with early chances for Ferran Torres, while Marcus Rashford had a penalty appeal denied. Osasuna threatened through Ante Budimir and the pacey Victor Munoz, causing problems for the Barcelona defense. A headed goal from Ferran Torres was disallowed for offside in the 24th minute, and both sides came close before halftime with Torres attempting an overhead kick and Munoz firing just wide on a counter-attack.

The second half saw continued resistance from Osasuna, with Rashford forcing a good save from keeper Sergio Herrera. The deadlock was finally broken by Raphinha's superb long-range effort. Osasuna thought they had equalized late through Jorge Herrando, but the goal was ruled out for a foul on goalkeeper Joan Garcia. Raphinha then volleyed home his second in the closing minutes to confirm the victory.

Barcelona's player ratings from the match were provided: Joan Garcia (7/10) was alert in goal; Jules Kounde (6/10) was restricted going forward; Pau Cubarsi (5/10) had a difficult night defensively; Gerard Martin (6/10) struggled with Munoz but showed recovery pace; Alejandro Balde (6/10) was largely competent; and Eric Garcia (5/10) received a lower rating.