The Brazilian national team has officially announced its first player list under new head coach Carlo Ancelotti, ahead of their upcoming South American World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay. The Italian manager, fresh off his tenure at Real Madrid, begins a new chapter with a squad that blends experience, youth, and a few surprises. The big question now is: How will Brazil fare under Ancelotti’s leadership?
Ancelotti makes his debut as Brazil’s head coach
Ancelotti takes on the national team role after a decorated club career with top teams such as Real Madrid, Chelsea, PSG, and Bayern Munich. This marks his first-ever role as an international head coach, and expectations are high thanks to his tactical approach and footballing vision.
Brazil’s 25-man squad for June qualifiers
Here are the players called up by Ancelotti for Brazil’s upcoming matches against Ecuador (June 5) and Paraguay (June 10):
When will Brazil play?
- Brazil vs. Ecuador: Thursday, June 5
- Brazil vs. Paraguay: Tuesday, June 10
Both matches are part of the latest round of CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers, where Ancelotti will aim to solidify his system and start his journey toward the 2026 World Cup on a positive note.
Notably, this call-up does not include Endrick, Neymar, or Rodrygo, who are unavailable due to various issues.
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