Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Barcelona winger Raphinha will be available for tonigh’s World Cup Round-of-16 clash against Norway after recovering from a muscle injury, although he is not yet ready to start.
The experienced winger has returned to full training and could make his comeback from the bench if needed.
Speaking ahead of the knockout match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Ancelotti explained that Raphinha has made excellent progress in his recovery.
Raphinha is back. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
“Raphinha is making good progress. He’s not quite at 100% yet, but he’s available to be on the bench in case he needs to play a few minutes or come on at key moments,” said Ancelotti, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo.
The experienced winger has returned to full training and could make his comeback from the bench if needed.
Speaking ahead of the knockout match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Ancelotti explained that Raphinha has made excellent progress in his recovery.
Raphinha is back. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
“Raphinha is making good progress. He’s not quite at 100% yet, but he’s available to be on the bench in case he needs to play a few minutes or come on at key moments,” said Ancelotti, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo.
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