The former Brazilian player Rivaldo sees the Italian Carlo Ancelotti, announced Monday as coach of the Canarinhacapable of riding in a year a “strong and balanced” team to win the “so dreamed” hexacampeonato in the 2026 World Cup.
The former soccer player FC Barcelona Y AC Milan He made it clear in a message posted on his social networks that “always” preferred that his selection be directed by a Brazilian coach “for a matter of identity.”
“After all, our five world titles were conquered with national coaches, and until today no foreign technician has won a Cup (from the world) with another country,” he said.
However, he considers that the hiring of a foreign trainer has ended up being “inevitable” against “recent results and press pressure and fans.”
“At least they chose one of the best: @Mrancelotti, a successful coach under whose orders I had the privilege of being (in the Milan). He has won in all the clubs he has passed and, although there is little time left until WorldIt has conditions to do a great job, “said the Brazilian world champion in 2002.
The former former FC Barcelona, Palmeiras Deportivo de la Coruña compared the case of 'Carletto' with that of Luiz Felipe Scolariwhen in 2001 he put himself in charge of the bench of the Seleção missing one year for the World Cup and Japan, and won it.
“Ancelotti can form a strong and balanced team, joining the best of European and Brazilian football. With support and time to observe the national stage, it can lead to Brazil to the so dream hexacampeonato. I wish her luck in this great challenge, “Rivaldo said.
The current coach of Real Madrid It will be put in the position of Brazil when the Spanish League ends.
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According to the CBF, it will be in Rio de Janeiro on May 26 to disseminate the list of 23 summoned for the two commitments of South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup against Ecuador (June 5) and Paraguay (June 10).
Ancelotti has signed a short contract with Canarinha, to the World Cup in Canada, United States and Mexico 2026 included.
Brazil was without a coach since the dismissal of Júnior Dorival, on March 28, following the 4-1 defeat against Argentina, also in the World Cup qualifiers.
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