Raphinha opens up about commitment to Barcelona and Brazil ahead of friendlies
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 8:31 AM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Raphinha spoke at a press conference in Singapore about his ongoing commitment to both Barcelona and the Brazilian national team ahead of upcoming friendlies against Japan and Singapore. The winger expressed his emotional dedication to representing Brazil despite recent injuries and a controversial decision to surgically address an ear cyst. He emphasized the importance of maintaining his fitness to be available for both club and country. Raphinha's comments come after criticism regarding his playing time management, which he clarified by stating his unwavering desire to contribute fully to the national team and address injury concerns.
- •Raphinha discusses commitment to Brazil and Barcelona at press conference.
- •He addressed criticism over his comments on managing playing time.
- •Recently underwent minor surgery for an ear cyst to avoid injury.
- •Raphinha aims to play as many minutes as possible for both teams.
- •Brazil's friendlies against Japan and Singapore are scheduled this week.
- 8:31 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I want to play every game’ – Emotional Raphinha talks Barcelona, Brazil and surgery decision
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Raphinha gets emotional while addressing criticism over Barcelona and Brazil playing time: ‘Never turned my back on the national team’
"Barcelona forward Raphinha has addressed the controversy surrounding his comments about managing his playing time with Brazil, insisting that representing the national team has never been a secondary ...
"The forward has shared his thoughts on club vs country debate.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 13, 2026, 8:31 AM‘I want to play every game’ – Emotional Raphinha talks Barcelona, Brazil and surgery decision
The forward has shared his thoughts on club vs country debate.
- Yahoo SportsNov 13, 2026, 8:20 AMRaphinha gets emotional while addressing criticism over Barcelona and Brazil playing time: ‘Never turned my back on the national team’
Barcelona forward Raphinha has addressed the controversy surrounding his comments about managing his playing time with Brazil, insisting that representing the national team has never been a secondary ...
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