'He was crying and so was I' - Raphinha's wife reveals heartbreaking call with Brazil star after World Cup injury blow

Brazil star faces World Cup setback

Brazil suffered a major blow in their

The injury prompted an immediate emotional response from the 29-year-old and his family. As concerns grew over the severity of the issue, Raphinha's hopes of playing a significant role in

Belloli recalls emotional conversation

Speaking to

"Honestly, it was one of the first times I was speechless. He was crying, and so was I," she said. "We spoke on the phone; the next day he underwent medical tests and came home for a while, where we were able to talk about the situation.

"Now he’s doing well, strong and sure of his purpose. That’s what matters: maintaining the right mindset and believing that better days are coming."

Brazil keep door open for return

Brazil have confirmed that Raphinha will

Recovery remains the priority

The immediate focus is on Raphinha's rehabilitation and overall wellbeing. Brazil's medical team will continue to assess his progress before making any decision on a potential return later in the competition. Meanwhile, Barcelona will also be watching developments closely. The club will hope the forward can recover fully without risking a premature comeback that could worsen the injury ahead of the new season.