In Brazil’s recent match against Haiti at the 2026 World Cup, Raphinha captured attention for reasons beyond his performance on the field.
Details: During the 39th minute, Raphinha suffered an injury, leading coach Carlo Ancelotti to substitute him with Rayan. Prior to this injury, the winger had several opportunities to score but failed to convert his chances.
Social media was active as fans discussed Raphinha’s two missed clear goals, followed by his emotional response to being substituted. Video footage revealed the player visibly upset about being unable to continue the match, a poignant moment amid ongoing debates regarding his goal-scoring record at World Cup tournaments.
As Raphinha exited the pitch, Brazil held a 2-0 lead over Haiti, courtesy of a brace from Matheus Cunha. It is worth noting that Raphinha had previously seen a goal disallowed against Haiti for offside after a well-executed attacking move from Brazil.