Raphinha apologizes for red card and criticizes refereeing after Brazil's defeat
The forward complained about controversial plays
TL;DR
- Raphinha apologized for his attitude and expulsion during Brazil's match against Japan.
- He believes the referee made numerous errors throughout the game, calling the decisions 'inadmissible'.
- Specific incidents cited include a potential handball on Japan's first goal, a penalty appeal for Brazil in the first half, and a foul on João Gomes leading to Japan's third goal.
- Raphinha acknowledged that Brazil needs to improve, but stressed that the refereeing cannot be ignored.
- The match, played in Singapore, ended with Brazil losing 3-2.