Former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, now at the helm of the Brazil national team, has given a detailed interview to AS in which he opened up on several topics, from his former players to the pressure surrounding Xabi Alonso’s early days.

Brazil legend Ronaldo has questioned Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical setup following the Selecao's underwhelming start to the World Cup campaign. The legendary striker pointed specifically to the misuse of Barcelona star Raphinha and technical errors fueled by "nerves" during the stalemate against Morocco.

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker has hailed the impact of Carlo Ancelotti, claiming the Italian manager has completely revitalised the Brazil national team.

Carlo Ancelotti has explained why Endrick has not yet been used as Neymar’s replacement in Brazil’s team during the World Cup group stage. Neymar is set to miss Brazil’s Group C match against Haiti, having already missed the opening 1-1 draw against Morocco.

Carlo Ancelotti had to win over the Brazilian public and restore calm to chaos as he bids to return the country to World Cup glory.

The Brazil side at World Cup 2026 are a shadow of the great teams of old, but boss Ancelotti is starting to nurture something workable