Raphinha injured in Brazil's win
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Raphinha injured in Brazil's win over Australia, withdraws from squad

Raphinha leaves Brazil's national team squad after injuring himself in the 4-2 win against Australia.

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The 29-year-old was substituted in the international in Brisbane, where he scored one of the goals from a penalty. It is now clear that a muscle injury in his thigh will prevent Raphinha from continuing to play, the Brazilian Football Confederation says.

Raphinha has made a strong start to the season at Barcelona. The team has been flying in La Liga, largely thanks to the Brazilian, who has been deployed as a central striker and has scored 12 goals in seven league matches.

It is unclear how long Raphinha is expected to be out with the injury.

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