Why Is Raphinha No Longer Playing for Brazil vs Haiti at the World Cup?

Brazil is taking a 3-0 lead over Haiti at halftime with an impressive performance from the Brazilian attack. Matheus Cunha, Raphinha, and Vincius Junior were the front three of Brazil from the kick-off.

Vinicius Junior and Matheus Cunha are shining for Brazil, with each getting a goal against Haiti in the first half.

Raphinha did not have a goal contribution, but he was also a threat to the Haitian defense. Raphinha was not on the pitch for the full 45 minutes of the first half as he was taken off in the 40th minute.

The Brazilian winger appears to have injured himself but walked off the pitch on his own, along with the Brazilian medical staff. He was replaced by Rayan, who is making his World Cup debut for Brazil.

Raphinha seemed calm as he was walking off the pitch, and the decision to take him off could be a precaution. More information is set to be confirmed post-match, with Carlo Ancelotti expected to give an update.

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This story was originally published June 19, 2026 at 9:37 PM.