What happened: Rafael entered in the 88th minute with his side trailing by two goals. His first-team bow and league debut came in the same appearance.
Why it matters: The milestone moves Rafael into the first-team pool during the regular-season run-in. Future selections will indicate whether his role expands beyond late-match minutes.
By the numbers: Minute of entry: 88th. Score at entry: 0-2.
What to watch: Watch for Rafael's next matchday selection and whether he receives a longer substitute spell.