Raphinha Wins LaLiga Player of the Year, Jabs Ballon d'Or: 'My Work is Being Valued'

• Raphinha was named LaLiga Player of the Year at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai.
• The Barcelona winger beat teammate Lamine Yamal for the prestigious individual award.
• Raphinha stated his 'work is being valued,' seen as a veiled jab at previous Ballon d'Or snubs.
• His wife, Natalia Rodrigues, previously criticized FIFA and Ballon d'Or for overlooking his contributions.
• Barcelona also secured Best U23 (Lamine Yamal) and Best Coach (Hansi Flick) awards.

Why It Matters: Raphinha's LaLiga Player of the Year award validates his work after previous snubs.