Brazil winger Raphinha is recovering from a hamstring injury that has disrupted his 2026 World Cup campaign and left his availability for Brazil’s Round of 16 match against Norway in doubt. Multiple reports say he leaves the pitch during a match for Brazil after the injury, then undergoes an intensive treatment and recovery process. After that setback, Raphinha begins training again, including on-field sessions, and re-enters Brazil’s group training in stages as he works toward a possible return. Even with signs of progress, outlets report that he remains uncertain for the immediate fixture versus Norway and may not be able to return in time for Brazil’s next game. Other coverage also suggests the injury could potentially rule him out for the remainder of the tournament, though none of the sources provides a final determination. At club level, Barcelona’s winger is also described as focused on his World Cup comeback despite the recurring injury concerns, with his match readiness continuing to be assessed close to kickoff.
Raphinha returns to training but hamstring injury leaves Norway World Cup status uncertain
Brazil winger Raphinha is recovering from a hamstring injury that has disrupted his 2026 World Cup campaign and left his availability for Brazil’s Round of 16 match against Norway in doubt. Multiple r...
- Raphinha suffers a hamstring injury during Brazil’s World Cup matches and is forced off.
- Brazil reports an intensive treatment and recovery plan for the injury.
- Raphinha returns to training/on-field work and rejoins Brazil’s training sessions while recovering.
- His participation against Norway in Brazil’s next World Cup fixture remains uncertain.
- Some reports indicate he may miss the Last-16 match and possibly more of the tournament depending on recovery.
The Barcelona winger and the Brazilian star player Raphinha has been a force to be reckoned with on the field in the last few years. While there are high expectations from him, Raphinha has stayed away from the field since his brutal injury at the match against Haiti. With Brazil gearing up to face Norway in the next few hours, all eyes remain on Raphinha and whether he will be able to bounce back on the field for his team.
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