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Danilo insists Brazil must 'face up to reality' after Morocco draw

Brazil defender Danilo said on Wednesday that his side must look their ⁠World Cup wobble squarely in the eye after Morocco gave Carlo Ancelotti's side a bruising reminder that famous yellow shirts and old ‌certainties do not win matches by themselves.

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EXCLUSIVE: Aldair on Brazil's struggles, Neymar's return and Totti vs Ronaldo

The opening matches of the World Cup currently taking place across the USA, Mexico and Canada have already delivered unexpected upsets and some high-profile disappointments. To take stock of the complicated debut of Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil and the dynamics of this new World Cup format, Flashscore caught up with a true legend of international football: Aldair Nascimento dos Santos.

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EXCLUSIVE: Denilson backs experienced Ancelotti to lead Brazil to World Cup glory

Speaking to Flashscore, former Brazil midfielder Denilson analysed the new era led by Carlo Ancelotti, expressing confidence in the Italian coach's work and highlighting the importance of a strong start against Morocco in a competition where, as he reminded us, "there's no room for mistakes."

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EXCLUSIVE: Pato hails Ancelotti as 'best in the world', calls Brazil contenders

In an interview given to Flashscore just hours before Brazil open their World Cup campaign, Alexandre Pato named Brazil as one of the main contenders for the title. For the former Brazilian striker, the arrival of Carlo Ancelotti is a decisive added value: "He has won everything, he's the best in the world."

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Carlo Ancelotti labels 'great team' Morocco toughest opponent in World Cup group

Brazil national team head coach Carlo Ancelotti has praised Morocco as one of the toughest teams his side will face during the group stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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EXCLUSIVE: Grafite backs Endrick to shine at World Cup, 'confident' Brazil can reach final

The Brazilian national team play their World Cup opener on Saturday, against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Under the command of Carlo Ancelotti, the Brazil squad will take to the field surrounded by an atmosphere that combines huge expectations from the fans with a hint of outside scepticism.

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Carlo Ancelotti confirms Neymar is out of Brazil's World Cup opener with Morocco

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar won't be fit to face Morocco in their World Cup opener on Saturday (June 13).

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Carlo Ancelotti's son Davide appointed manager of Ligue 1 side Lille

Lille have appointed Davide ⁠Ancelotti as coach on a two-year deal, ‌the Ligue 1 club said ‌on Monday.

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Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil put six past Panama in emphatic friendly victory

Brazil’s pre-FIFA World Cup momentum was given an emphatic boost, with a thumping 6-2 win over Panama in Rio de Janeiro.

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Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti says Neymar set to pass fitness test ahead of World Cup

Brazil star Neymar is on course to shake off a calf strain and could even be ready for their opening match of the World Cup, coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Saturday.

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Chelsea's Joao Pedro philosophical after missing out on Brazil's World Cup squad

Chelsea striker Joao Pedro has responded to his Brazil snub by manager Carlo Ancelotti.

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Neymar named in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad, no room for Joao Pedro & Antony

Neymar has been named ‌in Brazil’s squad ‌for next ‌month's World Cup, ‌manager Carlo Ancelotti announced on Monday, handing the ‌forward a chance ⁠to ‌return to international ​football's biggest stage after ​an injury-disrupted cycle.

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'I've done my absolute ​best': Neymar dismisses criticism and insists he's fit

Brazil's record scorer Neymar said he had to endure "nonsense" criticism as ⁠he worked his way back from serious injuries and is satisfied he has done all ‌he can to prove he is fully fit and deserves ‌a place in Carlo Ancelotti's World Cup squad.

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Carlo Ancelotti extends Brazil contract through to 2030 World Cup

On Thursday, the CBF announced that coach Carlo Ancelotti had extended his contract for another four years. With this new deal, the Italian manager will remain in charge of the Brazilian national team until the 2030 World Cup.

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Carlo Ancelotti confirms Neymar World Cup decision to be made based on fitness and form

Carlo Ancelotti will walk into Monday's Brazil squad announcement with a nation peering over his shoulder and one burning question hanging ⁠in the Rio de Janeiro air: Neymar or no Neymar?

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Brazil winger Estevao could miss World Cup after suffering thigh injury for Chelsea

Chelsea forward Estevao may not have enough time to recover for the World Cup after suffering a thigh injury in his side's defeat to Manchester United in the Premier League, which would be a major blow to Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil.

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Brazil boss Ancelotti insists Neymar is 'on the right track' towards World Cup call-up

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has left open the possibility of Neymar ⁠earning a place in his 26‑man squad for this year’s World Cup, saying the forward has ‌two months to prove he has the required qualities.

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EXCLUSIVE: Brazil forward Luiz Henrique on 'father figure' Ancelotti and his Arsenal dream

In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, Brazilian national team forward Luiz Henrique spoke about his relationship with coach Carlo Ancelotti, looking forward to the World Cup and his dreams of playing for Arsenal.

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EXCLUSIVE: Ederson on Brazil's World Cup hopes and the difference between Pep and Ancelotti

Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson spoke exclusively to Flashscore about Carlo Ancelotti's Selecao's preparations for the World Cup. Between the friendlies against France and Croatia, the goalkeeper analysed the team's current form and said he was confident of winning the World Cup.

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Carlo Ancelotti shrugs off Neymar chants after Brazil suffer defeat to France

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti played down fans' chants for Neymar, who ⁠was not selected for the squad, after their 2‑1 defeat to France in a warm‑up game ‌in Boston on Thursday, saying the focus should remain on the ‌players involved.

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Who are Ibanez and Gabriel Sara? A look at Carlo Ancelotti’s surprise picks for Brazil

Ibanez and Gabriel Sara stand out as the biggest surprises in the Brazil squad for the upcoming friendlies against France and Croatia. The list, unveiled by Carlo Ancelotti on Monday, marks the final stage of evaluation before the group is set for the World Cup campaign.

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Neymar left out of Brazil squad for March friendlies as World Cup closes in

Forward Neymar was left out of the latest ⁠Brazil squad named by coach Carlo Ancelotti on Monday for this month's friendlies, as the five-time ‌world champions continue their preparations for the 2026 World Cup.