Brazilian football stars Raphinha, Vinícius Júnior and Endrick are set for an exhausting international break as they prepare to travel almost 35,000 kilometres for a series of friendly matches.
After completing their final La Liga fixture, the three players travelled from Spain to Brisbane, Australia, where Brazil are scheduled to face Australia twice.
From Australia, they will make another long journey to Kolkata, India, for an added friendly before returning to Spain.
According to the figures shared by 433, the journey will cover approximately 34,927 kilometres, with the players expected to spend at least 50 hours in the air. The distance is equivalent to around 87% of the Earth’s circumference.
The demanding schedule highlights the physical challenges international football can create for players based in Europe. Long flights, changes in time zones and limited recovery periods can all add to the demands placed on players during an international window.
Despite the extensive travel, Raphinha, Vinícius Júnior and Endrick will be expected to stand for Brazil and contribute on the pitch.
For the Brazilian trio, this international break is not just a football trip, it is a journey around the world.
