World Cup attention is not only on Raphinha’s football but also on the woman who is part of his life for years, Natalia Rodrigues Belloli.
The Brazil and Barcelona star is entering another big tournament with huge pressure and expectations.
He is known for his speed, energy and attacking style on the field and has played across a few top clubs in Europe after starting his journey in Brazil.
Behind his success is a long personal story with Natalia, his wife and long time partner.
THEIR LOVE STORY AND FAMILY LIFE
The couple first met when they were teenagers in Brazil and stayed friends for years before their relationship slowly got romantic.
Things became more serious in 2021 after a trip to Cancun, which fans often call the turning point in their love story.
Later that same year, Raphinha proposed in a romantic setup and they got engaged.
WHEN THEY GOT MARRIED!
The couple got married in 2022 and welcomed their son Gael in 2023.
Natalia is now a model and social media influencer, as she shares her lifestyle, fashion and family moments online and has built her own following.
The social media personality often talks about how different they are, saying Raphinha is calm while she is more emotional, which helps balance their relationship.
As Brazil heads into the World Cup, Natalia and their son are expected to stay close to him and continue supporting him through one of the biggest moments of his career.
