Before the Round of 16 match of FIFA World Cup 2026, Brazil has given an encouraging message on social media. Coach Carlo Ancelotti said that key player Raphinha will be available for selection for the match against Norway, although he is not fully fit.
The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) has issued an encouraging message on social media, sharing photos of the team’s training session ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match against Norway.
CBF hinted at the team’s preparations in a post on X while boosting excitement for this knockout match. CBF shared pictures of the team’s practice session on (@CBF_Futebol) July 4, 2026″
Coach’s update on Rafinha’s fitness
Meanwhile, according to Reuters, Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti said forward Raphinha is available for selection for the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash against Norway, although the Barcelona winger has not yet regained full fitness.
Speaking to reporters on Saturday (local time), Ancelotti said Raphinha had made rapid progress in his recovery and could play from the bench if needed. “Raphinha is progressing very well,” Ancelotti told reporters ahead of Brazil’s round of 16 clash against Norway, as quoted by Reuters. “He’s still not at 100%, but he’s available to be on the bench and play some minutes or be useful in certain moments,” he added.
The Brazilian coach welcomed the player’s rapid recovery and stressed his importance to the national team. “He has made a very good and very quick recovery. We are very happy with that because Raphinha is a very, very important player for the team,” he said, as quoted by Reuters.
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