June 14, 2026
Brazil’s Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti speaks to forward #07 Vinicius Junior during the 2026 World Cup Group C football match between Brazil and Morocco at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on June 13, 2026. (Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP)
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has attributed his side’s 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to nervousness, loss of possession, and a lack of balance, particularly in the first half.
The encounter saw Morocco take the lead through Ismael Saibari before Vinicius Junior restored parity for the South American giants.
Reflecting on the result during his post-match press conference, Ancelotti admitted that Brazil struggled to impose themselves early in the game against the African side.
