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Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti, renowned for his ability to develop Brazilian talent, is confident of leading the national team back to championship status following his appointment as head coach.
Ancelotti, the five-time World Cup winner's first non-Brazilian coach in six decades, has expressed his ambition to bring the trophy home next year. He showcased his talent for nurturing Brazilian talent at Real Madrid, where he helped 24-year-old Vinicius Junior transform from a much-maligned winger to a Spanish League star.
Football legend Zico, one of the best players to wear Brazil's iconic yellow shirt, endorses Ancelotti's appointment. Zico believes that Ancelotti's understanding of Brazilian players and his approach to football aligns with the Brazilian way of playing, making him an ideal choice to lead the team.
Ancelotti, 65, boasts a impressive resume, having managed numerous top-tier European clubs, including Juventus, Real Madrid, AC Milan, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich. He now takes the reins of a national team for the first time, and will rely on his extensive experience to navigate the World Cup qualifying campaign.
The Brazilian team currently sits fourth in the South American qualifying table and has yet to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ancelotti's first matches against Ecuador and Paraguay will be crucial in setting the tone for the campaign and implementing his tactical vision.
Despite the challenges ahead, Zico believes Brazil has a strong chance of competing for the title, provided they manage to qualify for the tournament. He believes Ancelotti's strategic approach to squad selection, player development, and team chemistry will be essential in Brazil's quest for triumph.
Zico, who has coached in several countries and is currently an adviser to J. League club Kashima Antlers, lamented the decline in opportunities for Brazilian coaches worldwide. He stated that bringing in the best coach, as Ancelotti represents, was the correct decision for the Brazilian federation.
Ancelotti's extensive experience in European clubs, including Juventus, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, might help him adapt the tech-savvy approach to football, similar to the news of innovative tactics implemented by other top-tier managers. Meanwhile, Zico's endorsement of Ancelotti's understanding of Brazilian players could potentially pave the way for a sports resurgence, with football being the focus, specifically for the Brazilian national team in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
