Ancelotti Confirms Raphinha Medical Tests Within 24 Hours

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that winger Raphinha will undergo extensive medical testing within the next 24 hours to determine the exact severity of his right thigh injury. The Barcelona forward was forced off the pitch just 38 minutes into the first half during Brazil’s comfortable 3-0 victory over Haiti in Philadelphia.

The injury has sparked immediate concern within the Seleção camp, leaving the technical staff facing an anxious wait ahead of their final Group C showdown against Scotland. Raphinha had looked incredibly sharp from the opening whistle, even having an early goal ruled out for offside, as he sought to replicate his stellar La Liga form on the world stage. However, his momentum was cut short when he suddenly went down to the turf, waving frantically to the bench for assistance.

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According to trackside updates from Brazilian media outlet Globo, Raphinha immediately clutched the back of his right thigh upon sustaining the knock, indicating a potential hamstring or muscle strain. Brazil’s medical team refused to take any chances with the 29-year-old, opting to withdraw him immediately to prevent any further aggravation.

Ancelotti noted that the diagnostic scans scheduled for the next 24 hours will be pivotal in evaluating the player's recovery timeline. The timing is exceptionally tight for the South American giants, who travel to Miami on Wednesday to face Scotland. With top spot in Group C still hanging in the balance, Ancelotti will be crossing his fingers that the tests bring positive news for one of his primary attacking assets.