Raphinha Admits He Isn’t Ready for Chelsea Clash: “Too Soon to Play 90 Minutes”
Barcelona forward Raphinha has confirmed he is not physically prepared to play a full match in tonight’s UEFA Champions League fixture against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
“I definitely won’t be playing 90 minutes today. I’m not ready for that yet - it would be rushing things,” the Brazilian told reporters ahead of the crucial Group Stage encounter.
“I’ve missed the team even more than they’ve missed me. I’m the kind of player who wants to give everything on the pitch. But right now, I’m not at my best,” added Raphinha, who has been sidelined for the past month.
Barcelona’s biggest setback ahead of tonight’s match remains the injury to Pedri, leaving the Catalan side with another major absence in a high-pressure European clash.
