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Raphinha Out of Brazil Squad for India Friendly Due to Injury
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News18•30-09-2026, 14:59
Raphinha Out of Brazil Squad for India Friendly Due to Injury
- •Star Barcelona forward Raphinha has been ruled out of Brazil’s upcoming friendly against India on Saturday, October 3, due to a minor injury.
- •Imaging tests revealed a small area of muscle oedema in the back of his right thigh, leading to his withdrawal as a precautionary measure.
- •Brazil will not call up a replacement for Raphinha for the friendly against India, but the squad still boasts stars like Vinicius Junior and Endrick.
- •Raphinha was substituted at half-time during Brazil’s friendly against Australia after feeling discomfort, raising concerns at Barcelona.
- •The match at Salt Lake Stadium will be the first senior international meeting between India and Brazil, with Brazil arriving in Kolkata on Thursday.
Key Questions Answered
Raphinha was ruled out of the friendly against India after sustaining a minor thigh injury, with imaging tests revealing a small area of muscle oedema in the back of his right thigh.
No, Brazil will not call up a replacement player for Raphinha for their upcoming friendly match against India.
The historic first senior international meeting between India and Brazil is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.
