FC Barcelona has confirmed an injury update on first-team winger Raphinha. The club stated that the player is dealing with an overload in the adductor muscle of his right leg. As a precaution, he will miss the upcoming match against Albacete. Barcelona expects his recovery period to last around one week.
“๐๐ก๐๐จ๐ฅ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ฃ๐๐๐ง๐ Raphinha is suffering from an overload in the adductor muscle of his right leg. As a precaution, he will miss tomorrowโs match against Albacete, and his recovery period is expected to be one week.” Barcelona wrote on X.
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Hansi Flick Commented on Raphinha’s Injury
Head coach Hansi Flick admitted the timing is not ideal for the team. He said Barcelona are entering an important stage of the season and needs Raphinha available.
“We are at an important stage of the season, and we need Raphinha,” FLick said, via Barcelona on X. “Itโs not ideal that he is unavailable. It will be difficult for me to choose the starting eleven.”
The staff chose caution to avoid a bigger setback.
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Raphinha has enjoyed a strong and steady 2025โ26 season with Barcelona. He has contributed goals, assists, and constant pressing from the wing. His movement, work rate, and finishing have made him a trusted option in big matches.
Barcelona will hope for a quick return, with key fixtures ahead.
