Did Brazil Need Raphinha for Friendlies?
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25-second readSource: Eurasia Sport Images / Getty Images Raphinha’s latest muscle injury raises a bigger question than his availability for FC Barcelona: when does a professional footballer get the rest his body needs?
With Brazil’s friendlies against Australia and India carrying far less competitive weight than an official tournament, the decision to involve one of Barça’s most important players deserves scrutiny.
The Risk of Playing When the Stakes Are Lowest Source: Eurasia Sport Images / Getty Images International football is an honour, and few players would willingly turn down the chance to represent Brazil.
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Raphinha’s latest muscle injury raises a bigger question than his availability for FC Barcelona: when does a professional footballer get the rest his body needs?
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