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Barcelona concerns grow as Raphinha faces Brazil call-up for November friendlies

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 8:40 AM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Barcelona concerns grow as Raphinha faces Brazil call-up for November friendlies

Summary

Barcelona could encounter challenges in Raphinha's recovery as Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti considers him for the national team’s friendlies against Japan on November 14 and Singapore on November 17. Raphinha, returning from an injury sustained in September, has not yet regained his full fitness. Barcelona has expressed concerns over the lengthy travel required for the matches, which could further complicate his recovery process. The club plans to discuss Raphinha's situation with Brazilian officials to potentially exclude him from the squad. Ancelotti will announce the squad on Thursday, with the upcoming friendlies approaching.

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Status Watch

•Raphinha injured against Australia on September 29 and hasn't returned to form.
•Brazil to face Japan and Singapore in friendlies this November.
•Barcelona hopes to discuss Raphinha’s call-up to avoid further injury risks.
•Travel to Asia could hinder Raphinha's recovery efforts due to long distances.
•Ancelotti's squad announcement set for Thursday.

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8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona worried as key forward most likely to be called up for Japan and Singapore friendlies in Asia

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Barcelona could face another setback in their efforts to restore Raphinha to full fitness, with Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti expected to consider the winger for the national team’s November friendli...
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