Newsletters
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has confirmed that Carlo Ancelotti will remain head coach of the Brazil national team until 2030.
The announcement, made on Thursday, follows a vote of confidence from the federation and secures the 66-year-old Italian’s position through the 2026 FIFA World Cup cycle and into the next tournament.
Ancelotti, who assumed charge of Brazil in 2025, has already overseen the team’s successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
“From the very first minute, I understood what football means to this country,” Ancelotti said in a statement released by the CBF. He added that the team is focused on “more victories, more time, more work” as preparations continue for upcoming competitions.
CBF president Samir Xaud said the renewal was intended to ensure continuity and stability within the national team structure, describing the decision as part of efforts to maintain Brazil at the highest level of world football. Vice-president Gustavo Dias also praised Ancelotti’s leadership, highlighting both his managerial record and his integration into the national setup.
Since taking charge, Ancelotti has overseen 10 matches, recording five wins, two draws, and three defeats, including a 2–1 loss to France in March.
Brazil’s past World Cup performances have fallen short of expectations, with quarter-final exits in both 2018 and 2022. The nation’s last semifinal appearance came in 2014, when it suffered a historic 7–1 defeat to Germany on home soil.
Attention now turns to Ancelotti’s upcoming squad announcement on May 18, ahead of Brazil’s final preparations for the tournament. A key selection issue remains the potential inclusion of forward Neymar, who has not featured for the national team since 2023 due to injury.
Brazil will be based in New Jersey during the World Cup and has been drawn in Group C alongside Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti.
Set as preferred source
Set as preferred source
1 min read
