A dramatic scene unfolded in the tunnel of Estádio da Luz following Barcelona’s victory over Benfica, as reported by Movistar.

The tension spilled over after the final whistle, with loud screams echoing through the tunnel and police stepping in to diffuse the situation.

Raphinha, who was at the centre of the altercation, was quickly removed from the escalating confrontation. The Brazilian forward later explained his side of the story to the media.

“They [Benfica players] insulted me at the end of the match, I insulted them back,” Raphinha revealed.

“If they respect me, I respect them. In my opinion, they could have understood the situation, but they preferred to insult me,” he added.

While the specifics of the altercation remain unclear, it’s evident that emotions ran high in what was already a fiercely contested clash.

Raphinha’s comments reflect his frustration but also highlight his stance on mutual respect, which he believes was lacking from the Benfica players.

As tempers flared, the intervention by security personnel ensured the situation did not spiral further, but this incident will likely remain a talking point in the aftermath of Barcelona’s triumph.