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Brazil's Raphinha Exits World Cup Match vs. Haiti with Apparent Leg Injury
Brazilian attacker Raphinha was forced to leave Friday night's World Cup Group C match against Haiti in Philadelphia in the 40th minute due to an apparent leg injury. The 29-year-old FC Barcelona winger, making his second start of the tournament under manager Carlo Ancelotti, dropped to his haunches shortly before halftime and was replaced by Rayan. The cause of the injury was unclear. At the time of his departure, Brazil led 2-0 thanks to a brace from Matheus Cunha, and Vinicius Junior added a third goal in first-half stoppage time. Raphinha had been a key player for Brazil in qualifying, scoring five goals in 13 appearances.
Yardbarker: SoccerRaphinha injured during Brazil match against Haiti
Brazil and FC Barcelona winger Raphinha suffered a suspected muscular injury during the first half of a World Cup match against Haiti, after scoring a disallowed goal. The player needed medical assistance to leave the pitch and was substituted for Rayan. This adds to his recent history of adductor problems, having missed 10 games for club and country this season due to a right adductor issue. The extent of the injury and his availability for the remainder of the World Cup are pending further medical reports. The match was already 2-0 in Brazil's favor when the injury occurred.
FútbolBrazil's Raphinha Injured in World Cup Match Against Haiti
Brazilian winger Raphinha suffered a muscle injury during a 2026 World Cup group stage match against Haiti, forcing him to leave the field in the 40th minute with his team leading 2-0. The injury occurred after Raphinha had a goal disallowed for offside earlier in the match. The Barcelona player had been under criticism following a disappointing performance against Morocco the previous week. He was replaced by Rayan, raising concerns about his availability for the remainder of the tournament. Brazil ultimately won the match 3-0.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertRaphinha admits not at 100% physically six days before World Cup debut
Brazil and Barcelona winger Raphinha has openly stated he is still seeking full physical fitness just six days before Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco. Speaking after Brazil's 2-1 friendly victory over Egypt in Cleveland, the 29-year-old revealed he has not fully recovered from a femoral biceps injury suffered in March during a Brazil-France friendly in Boston. The injury sidelined him for five weeks, causing him to miss key matches for Barcelona including Copa del Rey and Champions League fixtures. Raphinha played 71 minutes against Egypt, his longest outing since the injury, and provided the winning assist to Endrick. He expressed optimism about Brazil's World Cup chances, emphasizing the team's goal of winning a sixth title ('Hexa') despite a disrupted preparation cycle with three different coaches and injuries to key players like Neymar.
Últimas NoticiasRaphinha Admits Not at 100% Physically Six Days Before World Cup Debut
Brazilian winger Raphinha has openly stated he is still seeking full physical fitness just six days before Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco. Speaking after a 2-1 friendly victory over Egypt in Cleveland, the Barcelona player revealed he has not fully recovered from a femoral biceps injury sustained in March during a Brazil-France friendly. The injury sidelined him for five weeks, causing him to miss key matches for Barcelona including Copa del Rey and Champions League fixtures. Raphinha played 71 minutes against Egypt, his longest outing since the injury, and provided the winning assist to Endrick. He expressed optimism about Brazil's World Cup chances, emphasizing the team's goal of winning a sixth title (Hexa) despite a disrupted preparation cycle with three different coaches and injuries to key players like Neymar.
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