Rafinha sidelined for Brazil’s Scotland clash with hamstring injury
The Brazilian Football Confederation has confirmed that winger Rafinha sustained an injury during the match against Haiti. Medical examinations revealed a muscle strain in the posterior region of his right thigh. As a result, the Barcelona forward will definitely be unavailable for Brazil’s third group stage game against Scotland.
Rafinha has previously experienced issues in the same area throughout the club season. He is now undergoing an intensive rehabilitation program under the supervision of the national team’s medical staff. The doctors are aiming to expedite his recovery and have him rejoin full team training as soon as possible.