Raphinha — Brazil World Cup 2026 Squad

Raphinha goes into the tournament as one of Brazil's most practical attackers. He is 28, he plays for Barcelona, and he has 70 caps with 24 goals. The numbers matter because they show steady output rather than a run of noise. On the right he gives Brazil work rate, width, early crosses, and a left foot that can turn the full-back inside out if the defender overcommits. He is not there just to decorate the move. He often finishes it or starts the part that matters. Against compact sides, that reliability becomes valuable quickly. Brazil know what they are getting from him, which is often half the battle in a World Cup squad.