Brazilian Footballer Raphinha Dropped from National Team Squad Due to Injury
Barcelona star Raphinha, who suffered an injury in Brazil's match against Australia, has been dropped from the national team squad and is expected to play in the match against Galatasaray, according to the Spanish press.
Raphinha, who plays for Barcelona and was injured in Brazil's match against Australia, has been dropped from the national team squad due to a mild muscle edema in his right posterior thigh.
Statement Made by the National Team
In an official statement made by the Brazilian Football Federation, it was stated that national footballer Raphinha underwent imaging tests on Wednesday.
It was announced that the player, who was found to have a mild muscle edema in his right posterior thigh, was dropped from the squad as a precautionary measure and to ensure a quick recovery process.
Precautionary Measure Taken
In the news report featured in the AS newspaper, it was stated that Raphinha does not have a serious injury and was removed from the squad for precautionary purposes.
It was recalled that the Brazilian footballer was injured in the same region four times last season and therefore stayed away from the pitches for more than 150 days.
Status in the Galatasaray Match
In the second week of the UEFA Champions League, Galatasaray is preparing to host Barcelona at home on Tuesday, October 13.
The Spanish press reported that Raphinha, who was dropped from the squad as a precaution, is expected to feature in the match against Galatasaray.