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Barcelona's Laporta Blasts FIFA Over Raphinha Injury Crisis

4/3/2026

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta criticized FIFA for a congested international calendar after Raphinha's hamstring injury.
The injury occurred in a friendly against France and will sideline Raphinha for about five weeks.
Laporta said injuries in non-competitive matches threaten club ambitions and urged FIFA to consider club schedules.
Barcelona leads La Liga but faces pressure from Real Madrid.

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta criticized FIFA for a congested international calendar after Raphinha's hamstring injury.
The injury occurred in a friendly against France and will sideline Raphinha for about five weeks.
Laporta said injuries in non-competitive matches threaten club ambitions and urged FIFA to consider club schedules.
Barcelona leads La Liga but faces pressure from Real Madrid.