India, Sept. 29 -- Barcelona's nerves jangled in Brisbane as Raphinha, moments after a cool-headed equaliser, failed to reappear for the second half of Brazil's friendly against Australia. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said he was substituted at halftime due to muscle discomfort and promised further updates after the final whistle.

With no diagnosis yet on the table, the winger's availability for Hansi Flick's side hangs in the balance, and the Catalan giants' medical staff will now scrutinise every bulletin from the Selecao camp.

What Happened to Raphinha Against Australia?

Wearing the captain's armband with Marquinhos on the bench, Raphinha scored Brazil's equaliser in the 45th minute, sending a penalty into the keeper's...