Raphinha to Miss Barcelona's Match Against Galatasaray Due to Injury

Raphinha will be absent for Barcelona's UEFA Champions League match against Galatasaray as the team prepares for a challenging trip to Istanbul. His injury comes at a critical moment for Barcelona, which has had a strong start to the season.

The match is set for October 13, following Barcelona's perfect record in La Liga, winning all eight matches, and a 5-1 victory over Feyenoord in their Champions League opener. Galatasaray, on the other hand, seeks a positive outcome after losing 3-1 to Sporting CP in their first European match.

Raphinha is sidelined due to a muscle injury in his right thigh, which he sustained while playing for Brazil. Although initial assessments did not reveal a major tear, Barcelona is cautious due to Raphinha's history of muscle injuries last season. He will also miss the La Liga match against Getafe on October 10. His return to training will depend on his recovery progress, with the match against Paris Saint-Germain on October 20 being a potential target for his comeback.