Barcelona president Joan Laporta has expressed his disappointment after Raphinha sustained an injury while playing for Brazil.
The winger was taken off during Brazil’s recent friendly loss to France, raising alarms at Barcelona, especially at this critical point in the season. With the team competing in multiple tournaments, any injury to a key player is significant.
Raphinha will undergo medical examinations, and Barcelona is anxious to learn the extent of his injury.
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Joan Laporta criticizes FIFA after Raphinha’s injury in Brazil friendly
In comments shared by Fabrizio Romano, Laporta made his feelings clear.
“Raphinha’s injury is unfortunate. FIFA must take the calendar into account since these players represent major clubs,” Laporta stated.
He added, “It’s a friendly match, and one of the team’s top players gets injured. It’s definitely frustrating.”
Laporta’s remarks highlight Barcelona’s worries regarding international matches, especially friendlies, scheduled during crucial periods of the club season. Losing Raphinha at this time could directly affect their goals.
This injury underscores the risks that clubs face when players participate in national team events, a recurring issue for Barcelona.
Joan Laporta blames the packed schedule for ongoing challenges
Laporta clarified that his frustration is aimed at the overall scheduling and not at the players.
“You can’t blame the players. They are professionals who give their all for their country,” Laporta noted.
He concluded, “The issue lies with the congested schedule at this time when we are in contention for everything. It’s maddening!”
His comments reflect a long-standing conflict between club and international football, particularly when matches accumulate towards the end of the season.
Barcelona, like many elite clubs, heavily depends on key players during this phase, making any disruption particularly detrimental.
With Raphinha now unavailable, the discussion surrounding match scheduling is back in focus, and for Laporta, the issue continues to grow in importance.
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