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Raphinha to Captain Brazil in Friendlies Against Japan and Singapore

Golazo Newsroom · Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 00:03

Raphinha to Captain Brazil in Friendlies Against Japan and Singapore
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  • Barcelona forward Raphinha will lead the Brazilian national team.
  • The winger takes the captain's armband in the absence of Marquinhos.
  • Brazil are set to face Japan and Singapore in upcoming matches.

According to a report from Record, Barcelona attacker Raphinha has been selected to captain Brazil for their upcoming fixtures. The decision comes as regular captain Marquinhos is unavailable for the national team's next matches.

The 27-year-old will lead the side during tests against Japan and Singapore. Raphinha takes on the leadership role as Brazil prepares for these international encounters in the absence of the veteran defender.

Data source: Record, Foto: Bryan Berlin / CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Updated Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 00:03

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