Brazil Won't Replace Injured Raphinha After Win in Australia
Brazil said scans showed a small right-thigh muscle edema, and the forward will return to Barcelona for further assessment before the India friendly.
- On Saturday, Brazil defeated India 4-0 in their first-ever senior international meeting at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. Goals from Estêvão, Pedro, and a brace from Samuel Lino secured the victory.
- Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti is utilizing these friendlies to rebuild his squad following a disappointing World Cup exit in July. The Italian coach has focused on integrating younger talent for future tournaments.
- Forward Raphinha missed the fixture after scans revealed a small muscle oedema in his right thigh sustained during Brazil's 4-2 win over Australia. The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed he will return for rehabilitation.
- Despite the historic nature of the match, the Salt Lake Stadium was only half-full, with critics citing expensive ticket prices as a barrier to attendance. The cheapest tickets were priced at 999 rupees .
- India faces Uruguay on October 6 at the same venue, continuing a challenging sequence of matches. The Blue Tigers aim to use these high-profile tests to improve their performance and raise the national profile of football.
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The Indian football team suffered a home defeat against Brazil. Brazil took the lead with a brilliant goal in the 29th minute. After that, the Indian players never had a chance to make a comeback.
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