Brazil travel to Asia for friendlies against South Korea and Japan during the October international break without Barcelona star Raphinha.
Raphinha had been included in both of Carlo Ancelotti’s first two squads as Brazil manager. He played a pivotal role in securing La Seleção’s place in next summer’s World Cup, leading the team with five goals during the recently concluded South American qualifiers.
A month ago, Brazil lost the first game of the Ancelotti era against Bolivia and Raphinha later criticized the conditions he and his teammate were forced to play in.
The Barcelona winger has emerged as one of Brazil’s leaders, but he’s currently dealing with an injury that will prevent him from taking part in the October international action.
