"According to Catalunya Radio, the Brazilian was initially a doubt for Sunday's Super Cup final against Real Madrid due to a thigh issue but was eventually passed fit to play and scored twice in a 3-2 win. The report says Raphinha has been suffering from some thigh discomfort since the turn of the year which has seen the medical staff limit his game time."
"Raphinha only played just over an hour against Espanyol in Barcelona's first match of 2026 and also came off at about the same time in the win over Athletic at the Super Cup. The Brazilian was still feeling discomfort after the match, which led to doubts about his involvement against Madrid, but he was cleared to play after discussions with the medics and Hansi Flick."
Raphinha has suffered thigh discomfort since the turn of the year, prompting medical staff to limit his game time. He played just over an hour against Espanyol in Barcelona's first match of 2026 and was substituted at a similar point in the Super Cup win over Athletic. The forward still felt discomfort after the Super Cup, creating uncertainty over his involvement against Real Madrid, but medical clearance and discussions with Hansi Flick allowed him to play. Raphinha scored twice in the 3-2 Super Cup victory. All signs indicate he will be rested for the Copa del Rey tie, with Roony Bardghji or Marcus Rashford potential starters in his place.
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