Rafael
23-Year-Old Defender Manchester United Premier Full Name: Rafael Pereira da Silva
Brazil
April 18, 2014 Rafael News
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael has been ruled out of Sunday's match against Everton due to a thigh injury, the club's official web site reports.
This weekend's match wasn't a great clean sheet opportunity for Rafael anyway, so his absence shouldn't bother too many fantasy teams. However, United have three straight home matches against Norwich, Sunderland and Hull City after this weekend, which are certainly more encouraging matchups for the defender, if he can return to fitness.
Recent RotoWire Articles Featuring Rafael
Fit or Miss: Premier League Injury Tracker - Gameweek 36
Published Today
Daniel Sturridge is expected to return Sunday against Chelsea after missing last weekend's match at Norwich City with a hamstring injury.
More Rafael Articles View Last 30
Fit or Miss: Premier League Injury Tracker - Gameweek 35 April 17, 2014
Fit or Miss: Premier League Injury Tracker - Gameweek 33 April 3, 2014
Fit or Miss: Premier League Injury Tracker - Gameweek 30 March 13, 2014
Fit or Miss: Premier League Injury Tracker - Gameweek 29 March 6, 2014
Rafael: Past News Updates ( ▲ View most recent update )
April 1, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Despite saying he would be fit for Tuesday's Champions League match against Bayern Munich, Rafael (thigh) is not in the 18.
Rafeal's next shot to play comes Saturday against Newcastle on the road.
March 31, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael picked up a knock to his thigh during Saturday's Premier League match against Aston Villa, but said he is fit to face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Tuesday, ESPN FC reports.
This is a big boost for United, who are waiting on late fitness tests for Chris Smalling and Jonny Evans.
March 30, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael came off at halftime of Saturday's match against Aston Villa after picking up a knock, the club's official web site reports.
The timing couldn't be any worse for United, with Rafael now a legitimate injury doubt for Tuesday's Champions League match against Bayern Munich. In addition, Chris Smalling and Jonny Evans are still on the sidelines, although both will be given late fitness tests ahead of Tuesday's match.
March 28, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael apologized to Manchester United fans after the team's loss Tuesday to Manchester City and insisted that the team would return to where it belongs, according to the Mirror.
Rafael has been a regular in Manchester United's back line this season, and has often been cautioned on some of his challenges. The team continues to work through its darkest season and is set for major changes this summer.
March 14, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael, who has an ankle injury, may be able to face Liverpool on Sunday, ESPN FC reports.
Rafael suffered his injury near the end of United's match against West Brom last weekend, but has trained enough to put himself in contention to play. He will certainly be needed against the powerful Liverpool attack, although his fantasy prospects remain low because of the opponent.
March 9, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael returned from an ankle injury and was credited with an assist during Saturday's 3-0 win over West Brom.
Rafael had not played since February 12 against Arsenal, and his return was surely a boost for a United squad that is still without Jonny Evans. However, his short-term fantasy value appears limited, with matches against Liverpool, West Ham, and Manchester City on the upcoming fixture list.
February 25, 2014
RotoWire Fantasy Analysis
Rafael (concussion) will not feature in Manchester United's Champions League tie with Olympiakos on Tuesday.
Rafael was expected to return from his concussion, but he was not deemed fit enough to even make it on the bench. United are off this weekend thanks to Manchester City playing in the Capital One Cup final Saturday, so he'll have an extra week to recover.
