Raphinha returning to Barcelona after suffering minor muscle issue with Brazil

Madrid, Sep 30 (UNI) FC Barcelona forward Raphinha has been allowed to leave the Brazil national team squad and miss its forthcoming friendly against India to return to Spain after suffering a slight muscle injury. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed the decision in a statement after Raphinha was forced off at halftime of Brazil's 4-2 friendly win over Australia in Brisbane. "Raphinha underwent an imaging test this Wednesday, which revealed minor muscle edema in the back of his right thigh. As a precaution and to facilitate a speedy recovery, the player will be withdrawn from the Brazilian national team,"…