Brazil’s camp will travel on without Raphinha after the winger felt discomfort in his right thigh during Monday’s 4-2 win over Australia. The 29-year-old was withdrawn at half-time and will now return to Barcelona as a precaution rather than remain with the Seleção for Saturday’s friendly in India.
Raphinha released after Australia win
Brazil have opted not to take a risk with the Barcelona forward, who will continue his treatment with his club. Tests did not identify a serious injury, with only a slight oedema reported in his right thigh.
- Raphinha started Brazil’s 4-2 victory over Australia on Monday.
- He was replaced at the interval after experiencing a muscular issue in his right thigh.
- He will miss Brazil’s next friendly, against India in Calcutta on Saturday at 16:00.
- No replacement will be added to the Brazil squad.
Old concern prompts cautious approach
The decision reflects the player’s previous problems in the same area. Raphinha has already missed more than 150 days across spells with Brazil and Barcelona because of right-thigh injuries.
He was also affected during the World Cup group stage, when Brazil beat Haiti 3-0. Although the latest examination brought reassuring results, Brazil’s medical staff have chosen caution and allowed him to head back to Spain.
Brazil prepare for India without a replacement
The squad were scheduled to have Wednesday off before completing one final training session in Brisbane. They will then fly to India for the match in Calcutta, with Raphinha absent and no additional forward called into the group.
