Vampeta claims Raphinha facing personal struggles amid World Cup injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Former Brazil international Marcos Andre Batista Santos, known as Vampeta, alleges that Barcelona forward Raphinha is experiencing significant family and financial issues. These comments emerged after Raphinha was confirmed to miss Brazil's upcoming match against Scotland due to a muscle injury sustained in a game against Haiti. Vampeta stated on the 'Red Cast' podcast that Raphinha is hoping to join Al Hilal to improve his situation. A close associate of Raphinha strongly refuted these allegations. Brazil’s medical staff indicated that Raphinha will undergo an intensive recovery program but did not specify the severity of his injury.
- •Raphinha misses match against Scotland due to a thigh injury.
- •Vampeta claims Raphinha is facing financial and family problems.
- •A close associate has publicly denied Vampeta's allegations.
- •Raphinha will stay with the national team during recovery.
- •Brazil confirms Raphinha suffered a muscle injury against Haiti.
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Former Brazil World Cup winner makes explosive claim about Barcelona winger: ‘Facing family and financial problems’
"Barcelona forward Raphinha has found himself at the centre of an unexpected controversy during Brazil’s World Cup campaign, with former international Marcos Andre Batista Santos, popularly known as ...
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