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Ancelotti is leaving Madrid to take over as Brazil head coach after a turbulent season on and off the pitch. Here's how it all unfolded
Carlo Ancelotti, renowned for his calm demeanour and tactical prowess, is set to manage Brazil, commencing May 26th. Tasked with ending Brazil's World
Carlo Ancelotti has already made his first huge call as head coach of Brazil despite not undertaking the role until May 26. Ancelotti, 65, will leave his post as Real Madrid at the end of the season, having won 15 trophies with Los Blancos across two spells at the club.
Carlo Ancelotti stepped in as Brazil’s manager for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, but his arrival comes amid a political scandal involving the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) and FIFA. The CBF has a long history of political controversies,
Carlo Ancelotti lost the fourth El Clásico this season and was nominated Brazil national team manager ahead of the 2026 World Cup less than 24 hours later. The CBF was seeking an international manager after failing to succeed in the 2022 World Cup and the two following Copa America.
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