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Brazilian winger Raphinha has received encouraging news regarding his World Cup injury. According to R7 journalist Jorge Nicola, if the player's recovery proceeds as planned, he will miss only two matches – the final group stage fixture against Scotland and the first knockout round game.
In this scenario, Raphinha is expected to return to the pitch for the tournament's Round of 16.
The Barcelona footballer sustained an injury to his right thigh during the first half of the 3-0 victory over Haiti. Following the incident, the player and his wife, Natalia Belloli, feared he might have to prematurely end his participation in the championship. Raphinha's wife even left before the end of the match in Philadelphia.
However, medical examinations have revealed that the injury is not serious. Raphinha is undergoing an intensive recovery program, including physiotherapy sessions up to three times a day, to accelerate his return to play.
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