CBF release statement and confirm Raphinha muscle injury

On Saturday afternoon (20), the CBF released a statement confirming that Raphinha suffered a muscle injury in the back of his right thigh.

In the statement, the organization said he will continue intensive treatment with the Brazilian National Team, aiming for his "recovery and return to activities as soon as possible."

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No timeline for his return to the field has been announced.

The forward was injured during the first half of the match against Haiti, which ended in a 3-0 victory for Brazil.

He had to be substituted and was replaced by Rayan in the 40th minute of the first half.

Check out the full statement below:

Player Raphinha underwent an imaging exam this Saturday, which confirmed a muscle injury in the back of his right thigh. The player will continue an intensive treatment protocol, monitored by the Brazilian National Team’s medical staff, aiming for his recovery and return to activities as soon as possible.

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