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Barcelona risk falling apart without injured Raphinha

There were just a few minutes to go in the first half of Brazil's friendly with France last week when Raphinha began to experience what Carlo Ancelotti called "mild discomfort" in his right thigh. However, the mere fact that he failed to re-emerge for the second period at the Gillette Stadium immediately put Barcelona's medical team on red alert and they promptly reached out to the winger, desperately hoping to receive reassurance that he hadn't aggravated an issue that had already sidelined him twice this season.

Raphinha 'very down' after suffering injury blow

Barcelona winger Raphinha has been left devastated after picking up an injury while on international duty with Brazil, coach Hansi Flick says. The German coach has opened up on the Brazil player's mental state and explained the decision to delay his return to Spain.

Flick before the Atlético clash: Barcelona star in a bad psychological state.. and there’s no place for idiots among us

The German coach warns against repeating mistakes and sets the date for De Jong’s return.

Jesus puts Saka at 'same table' as Vinicius & Raphinha

Gabriel Jesus has claimed that Arsenal team-mate Bukayo Saka deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as global superstars like Vinicius Junior, Raphinha and Rodrygo. Speaking in an interview with Rio Ferdinand, the Brazilian striker was asked where he believes Saka currently ranks among the game's premier wide players.

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Barcelona fume over Raphinha injury on international duty

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has launched a scathing attack on FIFA's international calendar after star winger Raphinha was sidelined with a hamstring injury. The Brazilian attacker suffered the blow during a friendly against France, leaving the Catalan giants without one of their most influential players for a season-defining run of fixtures.

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Brazil in BIG trouble: Ancelotti's Selecao still struggling

The Neymar chants began just moments after Hugo Ekitike put France 2-0 up on Brazil at the Gillette Stadium. It was the last thing Carlo Ancelotti would have wanted to hear, but probably the first thing he would have expected in the circumstances. The Italian's decision to leave out the Selecao's all-time leading goal-scorer from his latest squad had dominated the build-up to Thursday's high-profile friendly in Foxborough.

The new Ronaldo, Ronaldinho & Romario? Brazil star compares Vini Jr & Co to legends

Brazil fans have grown increasingly frustrated with the national team’s attacking output following a 2-1 friendly defeat to France, even resorting to chanting Neymar's name in the absence of the Santos star. However, Joao Pedro believes the talent currently at Carlo Ancelotti's disposal, including Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior and Barcelona’s Raphinha, matches the individual quality of the iconic trios that defined previous golden eras.

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Barcelona given Yamal reassurances by RFEF

Barcelona have reportedly received reassurances regarding the fitness and management of Lamine Yamal following productive talks with the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). With Raphinha now sidelined through injury after a blow with Brazil, the Catalan giants were growing increasingly anxious about another potential setback for Yamal during the international break.

Barcelona to demand FIFA payout over Raphinha injury

Barcelona are reportedly preparing to take formal action against FIFA following a significant injury to star winger Raphinha during the international break. The Brazilian attacker is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines, leaving the Catalan giants fuming as they enter the business end of the season.

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Monumental blow for Barca as Raphinha out for five weeks

Barcelona have been dealt a massive blow ahead of their European showdown with Atletico Madrid following confirmation of Raphinha's hamstring injury. The Brazilian attacker is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after picking up the knock on international duty.

Barca dealt huge blow as Raphinha withdraws from Brazil squad

Barcelona have received some bad news at a critical juncture of the season following confirmation that Raphinha has withdrawn from the Brazil squad. The Blaugrana winger was forced to pull out of the international camp due to a muscular issue sustained during the 2-1 friendly defeat against France.

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Barca fear the worst as Ancelotti confirms Raphinha muscle issue

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Raphinha was withdrawn at half-time during Thursday’s 2-1 defeat to France due to a muscle issue. The Barcelona winger, a vital component of the Selecao’s attacking trident, was replaced by Luiz Henrique after a promising opening 45 minutes in the United States. With the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, his fitness remains a primary concern for the technical staff.

Brazil's main men flop in dire friendly loss to ten-man France

Brazil's main men fell flat as the Selecao turned in an underwhelming performance against France in a forgettable 2-1 loss. The Selecao were poor at both ends of the pitch, and languid in between, and only really showed attacking intent when it was too late. A late goal from Bremer was rather flattering as Carlo Ancelotti's men were easily dealt with by Les Bleus, who played most of the second half with ten men.

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