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Vinicius Jr. shows support for Raphinha after injury during match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 6:40 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Vinicius Jr. shows support for Raphinha after injury during match

Summary

Vinicius Jr. has expressed concern for teammate Raphinha following an injury scare during Brazil’s World Cup match against Haiti on June 20. Raphinha had a promising start, nearly scoring before being forced off with what is suspected to be a muscular injury before halftime. Medical examinations are pending, and there is worry about his availability for both club and national team. Vinicius highlighted Raphinha's importance to the squad, wishing for a swift recovery.

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•Raphinha suffered an injury during Brazil's World Cup game against Haiti.
•He was replaced after a strong start to the match.
•Medical examinations will determine the severity of the injury.
•Vinicius Jr. voiced support for Raphinha post-match.

Latest Updates

6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Vinicius Jr. reacts as Raphinha suffers worrying injury setback: ‘We hope it’s not serious’

What they're saying

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Brazil star Vinicius Jr. has shared his support for Barcelona forward Raphinha after the latter suffered an injury scare during Brazil’s World Cup victory over Haiti.The incident has sparked concern...
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