Carlo Ancelotti has prolonged his role as Brazil’s national team manager until 2030, as confirmed by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF). The 66-year-old Italian assumed the position in May 2025 and successfully guided the team to qualify for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 set to commence next month in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. During his tenure, Ancelotti has led the team in ten matches, achieving five victories, two draws, and three losses.
“I arrived in Brazil a year ago and quickly grasped the significance of football in this country,” Ancelotti expressed on the CBF’s official website. He emphasized the ongoing efforts to elevate the Brazilian national team’s status globally, aiming for more successes and further development in collaboration with the CBF. Ancelotti expressed gratitude towards Brazil for the warm reception and affection received.
The extension of Ancelotti’s contract for another four years, leading up to the 2030 World Cup, was met with enthusiasm. CBF President Samir Xaud hailed this decision as a historic moment, underscoring the organization’s dedication to enhancing Brazil’s national team structure for sustained competitiveness. Ancelotti’s coaching record includes five wins, two draws, and three losses since his appointment.
As Brazil gears up for the 2026 World Cup, their opening match against Morocco on June 13 marks the beginning of their campaign, followed by encounters with Haiti and Scotland in the group stage. Ancelotti, renowned for his extensive football experience, will debut as a coach in a global tournament among peers in North America, having previously participated in the World Cup as a player and part of Italy’s coaching staff. Notably, Ancelotti will be the first foreign coach to lead Brazil in a World Cup.
In preparation for the upcoming global event, Ancelotti is set to unveil the initial roster of 26 players on Monday, shaping Brazil’s squad for the tournament.
