Raphinha’s brilliant Barcelona start interrupted by injury concerns

Raphinha will miss Barcelona's next two fixtures after returning from international break with an injury.

By Elizabeth Conway · BBC

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 8:27 AM

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Barcelona forward Raphinha has suffered a right thigh injury and is expected to miss two matches.
Manager Hansi Flick confirmed tests showed an issue after Raphinha was substituted playing for Brazil against Australia.
The 29-year-old attacker has scored 14 goals and provided three assists across eight straight Barcelona wins this season.

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Barcelona forward Raphinha is expected to miss the club's next two fixtures due to a right thigh injury suffered on international duty with Brazil against Australia. Manager Hansi Flick confirmed tests revealed an issue, emphasizing the need for caution following the player's previous injury problems. The setback comes amid an outstanding run of form, with the 29-year-old scoring 14 goals in all competitions this season.

Raphinha is set to sit out matches against Getafe and Galatasaray, with summer signing Gabriel Jesus expected to deputize. Flick questioned the necessity of the long journey to Australia ahead of crucial upcoming clashes against Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid.

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