Ancelotti's Brazil Debut Ends in Draw: A First Look at the New Era

Brazil's New Coach Ancelotti Debuts with Draw Against Ecuador Brazil's new football coach, Carlo Ancelotti, began his tenure with a 0-0 draw against Ecuador on June 5th, 2025. The match, part of the World Cup qualifiers, took place in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Ancelotti's short time with the team and his selection choices were key discussion points. "Ancelotti had only one training session with the team," noted Marcel Rizzo, columnist for Estadão, in a recent video. This limited preparation influenced his strategy, which included a blend of experienced players like Casemiro and newer players. Casemiro, known for his experience and collaboration with Ancelotti at Real Madrid, had a reasonable performance. However, Richarlison's performance was deemed "much below par" by Rizzo. This highlights the challenges Ancelotti faces in integrating his style with the team's current dynamics. The match, while a draw, showed the team's defensive strength, a positive aspect amidst the challenges. Ancelotti's upcoming matches will be crucial in assessing his coaching impact and the team's overall progress toward the World Cup.