The Guardian · November 14, 2026

Raphinha sees red as Brazil stunned by Japan while Argentina’s post-Messi era starts with defeat

3-2 loss in Singapore marred by unruly end to friendlyArgentina beaten 2-1 by Uruguay in Buenos AiresRaphinha was sent off as Brazil crashed to a 3-2 defeat to Japan in their international friendly in Singapore. The Barcelona captain had been substituted after 71 minutes but was shown a straight red card after protesting Tatsuhiro Sakamoto’s stoppage-time winner on the touchline.The Brazil head…