Raphinha to miss Brazil clash with India as Barcelona star suffers fresh injury setback
Barcelona forward Raphinha has been withdrawn from the Brazil national squad for an upcoming friendly against India due to a recurring right thigh injury. The decision was made as a precaution to prevent further damage, with the player returning to his club for treatment.
Why it matters
Raphinha's injury status is critical for Barcelona's domestic and Champions League campaigns, given his recent high-scoring form.
Barcelona forward Raphinha has been withdrawn from the Brazil squad ahead of Saturday's friendly meeting with India after sustaining a muscle problem. The Selecao captain converted a penalty in Tuesday's 4-2 triumph over Australia before being withdrawn at the interval, with tests confirming swelling in his troublesome right thigh.
Raphinha has been ruled out of Brazil's upcoming friendly against India after sustaining a right thigh muscle injury. The number 10 was withdrawn at half-time and replaced by Endrick during Tuesday's 4-2 victory over Australia . Carlo Ancelotti has decided against calling up a replacement to fill the void left by his stand-in captain, as reported by ESPN Brazil .
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