Brazil's Raphinha suffers hamstring injury ahead of Scotland clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 8:56 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Brazil winger Raphinha sustained a hamstring injury during the team's 3-0 victory over Haiti. The Brazilian Football Association reported the injury as a "muscle injury in the back of his right thigh," and his status for the upcoming match against Scotland is uncertain. Brazil, needing a win to secure knockout stage progression, is set to face Scotland in Miami on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Neymar, recovering from a calf issue, is expected to be available for this crucial group stage match.
- •Raphinha's injury occurred in the match against Haiti.
- •He was substituted shortly before halftime due to the injury.
- •Brazil faces Scotland in Miami on Wednesday.
- •Neymar is likely to return despite his recent calf injury.
- •Brazil's knockout stage progression is not yet secured.
- 8:56 PMYahoo Sports — Brazil's Raphinha suffers hamstring injury and doubtful for Scotland
"Brazil winger Raphinha suffered a hamstring injury in the 3-0 win over Haiti and it is unclear how long he will be out. The Seleção face Scotland in their final group match on Wednesday in Miami, with knock-out progression not yet secured.
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