Brazil Suffers Blow: Raphinha Out of World Cup?

What happened to Raphinha?

Brazil suffered a significant blow in the World Cup: Raphinha is out of the match against Scotland. The Brazilian national team's attacker suffered a thigh injury during the game against Haiti.

Raphinha's injury is the same one that made him be cut from other commitments with Brazil. Last season, there were four problems of this type in the same thigh.

Is Raphinha out of the World Cup?

The CBF reported that Raphinha will not face Scotland and will undergo intensive treatment. The decision to keep him on the team will depend on Brazil's progress in the competition.

The player underwent imaging tests after leaving the field in the first half of the game against Haiti with pain in the back of his right thigh.

What does this mean for Brazil?

Raphinha's return to the Brazilian national team will depend on how far Brazil goes in the World Cup. The attacker is expected to return to training in 10 to 15 days.

The thigh injury is a recurring problem for Raphinha. The player needs intensive treatment to recover.

What's next for Raphinha?

The player will follow an intensive treatment protocol, accompanied by the Brazilian national team's medical staff, aiming for his recovery and return to activities as soon as possible.

The CBF believes in a recovery during the World Cup. Otherwise, they would release the player, since it is not possible to replace him.