Carlo Ancelotti — coach of Brazil, preparing the team for the 2026 World Cup.
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The Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti is Brazil coach
“Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said he would change the line-up — and sought to put the team's sluggish start into context.”
USA down Australia to reach World Cup knockout roundsThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti said he would change the line-up
“Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said he would change the line-up — and sought to put the team's sluggish start into context.”
USA, Australia eye World Cup knockout rounds, Brazil in actionThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti is the first foreign coach to lead Brazil at football's biggest tournament
“He is the first foreign coach to lead Brazil at football's biggest tournament.”
Vinicius earns Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup openerThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti is Brazil coach
“The victory completed a smooth build-up for Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti, whose team had routed Panama 6-2 in Rio de Janeiro last Sunday at the Maracana Stadium.”
Brazil down Egypt 2-1 in World Cup warm-upThe Namibian
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti rang the changes at half-time, replacing entire starting line-up except Leo Pereira
“Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti rang the changes at half-time, replacing his entire starting line-up with the exception of Leo Pereira as the second half got under way.”
Brazil thrash Panama 6-2 in World Cup send offThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti was appointed to coach Brazil to win a sixth World Cup star
“Brazil have turned to the coach who has won more Champions Leagues than anyone else in Italian Carlo Ancelotti to deliver a sixth star on the famous yellow jersey.”
Brazil’s World Cup challenge faces Morocco test in Group CThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti is most successful boss in Champions League history with five titles
“By a distance the most successful boss in Champions League history with five titles, Ancelotti is an expert in navigating knockout football and the Italian already has experience working with some of the stars at his disposal.”
World Cup glory attracts superstar coaches into international battleThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti announced Neymar's selection to Brazil's World Cup squad
“Ancelotti announced Neymar's selection at a gala ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, with loud cheers ringing out as the veteran attacker's call-up was confirmed.”
Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World CupThe Namibian
Carlo Ancelotti revealed Marquinhos would be absent for Brazil's friendly against France
“Carlo Ancelotti revealed Marquinhos would be absent for Brazil's friendly clash against France in Boston.”
Marquinhos sidelined for Brazil friendly with FranceThe United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a Group D match, advancing to the last 32 of the World Cup with a game to spare. A Cameron Burgess own goal and an Alex Freeman header secured the victory for Mauricio Pochettino's side.
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The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a Group D match, advancing to the last 32 of the World Cup with a game to spare. A Cameron Burgess own goal and an Alex Freeman header secured the victory for Mauricio Pochettino's side.
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The United States and Australia will compete in Group D on Friday in Seattle, with the winner advancing to the knockout rounds. The USA defeated Paraguay 4-1 in their opening match, while Australia upset Turkey 2-0, leaving both teams in confident form ahead of their clash.
19 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant equaliser for Brazil in a 1-1 draw with Morocco on Saturday in the Group C opener. Brazil are chasing a record sixth World Cup title under new coach Carlo Ancelotti, though this performance suggests significant work lies ahead.
14 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Brazil defeated Egypt 2-1 in a pre-World Cup friendly in Cleveland, with goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Endrick. Brazil open their World Cup Group C campaign against Morocco on June 13, while Egypt begin their Group G campaign against Belgium on June 15.
7 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Brazil beat Panama 6-2 at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro in a World Cup send-off, with Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scoring early and Brazil taking control after replacing most of their starting lineup at half-time.
1 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain won the UEFA Champions League for a second consecutive year, beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the final on Saturday at the Puskas Arena in Budapest. Coach Luis Enrique said the victory was "even bigger" than their maiden European title.
30 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris Saint-Germain, after winning their maiden Champions League title last year by defeating Inter Milan 5-0, face Arsenal in Budapest aiming to retain the trophy. Manager Luis Enrique's side are favourites and have proven difficult to stop, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia describing the team as capable of beating any opponent when they play their way.
27 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Brazil, hunting their first World Cup title in 24 years, face Morocco—semi-finalists in 2022—and Scotland in Group C, with new coach Carlo Ancelotti tasked with optimizing an unbalanced squad featuring strong defensive options but clear gaps at full-back, midfield, and centre-forward.
26 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2026 World Cup has attracted leading coaches to international positions, including Thomas Tuchel to England and Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil, reversing international football's typical struggles to compete with club football for top talent.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer Neymar was recalled to the national team for the World Cup after a near three-year absence, the biggest surprise in coach Carlo Ancelotti's 26-man squad. Neymar, who last played for Brazil in 2023 before injuries sidelined him, has now rejoined Santos and earned selection for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
18 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Paris St Germain defender Marquinhos will miss Brazil's friendly against France in Boston but may return for the next friendly against Croatia. Coach Carlo Ancelotti said the match offers a chance to evaluate three new centre-backs ahead of the World Cup.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →