Raphinha Targets World Cup Return After Injury

Raphinha suffered a right thigh injury in Brazil's 3-0 win against Haiti on 23 June.

The winger was replaced by Rayan in the 38th minute.

Raphinha's injury was confirmed by the Brazilian federation, which stated he will follow an intensive treatment protocol under the national team's medical staff.

The injury is a setback for Raphinha, who has begun physiotherapy and is working with Brazil's medics to speed up his return.

Raphinha has marked Sunday 5 July as a potential return date, when Brazil would play the last 16 if they progress.

He is expected to miss at least two weeks, including Brazil's group finale against Scotland in Miami on 27 June.

The Brazilian federation gave no recovery timeline but stressed the aim is to speed up his return.

Raphinha has not been released from the squad and is working apart with Brazil's recovery staff.

The setback is not as severe as feared, with tests in New Jersey confirming a tear in the back of his right thigh.

And Raphinha will sit out Brazil's round of 32 on Monday 29 June in Houston if they stay top.

But he remains convinced his World Cup is not over.

So the focus is on his recovery, with Raphinha working hard to return to the pitch.

The Brazilian federation will continue to monitor his progress, with the aim of getting him back on the pitch as soon as possible.

Raphinha's injury is a blow to Brazil's World Cup hopes, but the winger is determined to play a part in the tournament.

He will continue to work with the national team's medical staff to speed up his recovery.

The World Cup is a major tournament, and Raphinha wants to be a part of it.

He will do everything he can to return to the pitch and help Brazil progress.

Raphinha's return date is uncertain, but he is working hard to get back on the pitch.

The Brazilian federation will provide updates on his progress, with the aim of getting him back on the pitch as soon as possible.