Raphinha, the dynamic winger from FC Barcelona, has been chosen to wear the prestigious number 10 jersey for the Brazilian national team in the upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifiers. 

This decision follows the injury of Rodrygo, who had previously taken over the iconic number in Neymar’s absence.

The number 10 jersey holds a profound significance in Brazilian football, having been worn by legends like Pelé and Neymar. Raphinha’s assignment to this number marks him as the 115th player to don the famous jersey, signifying both an honor and a substantial responsibility.

As Brazil prepares for their next matches in the qualifiers, all eyes will be on Raphinha to see how he embraces the challenge of living up to the legacy associated with his new number.