Brazil’s Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti gestures during a press conference at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on June 12, 2026, on the eve of the 2026 World Cup football match between Brazil and Morocco. (Photo by Mauro PIMENTEL / AFP)
By Adegboyega Adeleye
Brazil’s Football Confederation (CBF) has reaffirmed its confidence in head coach Carlo Ancelotti despite the Seleção’s stunning Round of 16 exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The five-time world champions suffered a shock 2-1 defeat to Norway on Sunday, crashing out of the tournament in their earliest World Cup elimination since 1966.
Despite the disappointing campaign, Brazil’s national team coordinator, Rodrigo Caetano, said the federation remains committed to Ancelotti’s long-term project, insisting the team will continue building towards the 2030 World Cup.
