Tensions have risen between FC Barcelona and FIFA after Raphinha suffered an injury during an international friendly.<\/p>\n
Barcelona president Joan Laporta did not hold back in his reaction. He openly criticized FIFA and questioned the current football calendar. His comments came shortly after confirmation of the winger\u2019s injury, which now puts his availability for club matches in doubt.<\/p>\n
Laporta described the situation as unacceptable. He called the injury a \u201cshame\u201d and stressed that governing bodies must rethink scheduling. According to him, top players are being pushed beyond safe limits due to the crowded fixture list.<\/p>\n
The Barcelona chief pointed out that the match in question was only a friendly. He expressed frustration that one of the team\u2019s key players picked up an injury in a non-competitive game. He said such incidents are damaging, especially at a crucial stage of the season when clubs are competing for major trophies.<\/p>\n
Laporta also made it clear that players should not be blamed. He acknowledged their commitment to represent their countries. However, he insisted the real issue lies with the scheduling authorities. He highlighted the growing pressure on elite players who are expected to perform continuously without adequate rest.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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