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Carlo Ancelotti will become the new head coach of Brazil in early June. The Brazilian Football Federation expects him to lead the team in important World Cup qualifiers right after he leaves Real Madrid.
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Brazilian federation has reached an agreement with Ancelotti. He is expected to be in Rio de Janeiro by May 26, after Real Madrid’s last match of the LaLiga season. Ancelotti will take charge before the FIFA Club World Cup starts, which is a key condition for Brazil’s management.
The plan is for Ancelotti to be on the touchline for Brazil’s qualifiers against Ecuador on June 4 and Paraguay on June 9. Brazil parted ways with Dorival Junior in March, after a 4-1 defeat by Argentina. Sources say only formalities remain before Ancelotti’s appointment is made official. Discussions between Ancelotti and Real Madrid’s president will finalize his exit from the Spanish club.
ANCELOTTI LEAVES REAL MADRID AFTER MIXED SEASON
Ancelotti is one of the most successful managers in Real Madrid’s history, winning multiple Champions League and LaLiga titles. However, recent results have not met expectations. Madrid exited the Champions League in the quarterfinals and lost the Copa del Rey final to rivals Barcelona.
With five games remaining, Real Madrid trail Barcelona by four points in the LaLiga title race. Ancelotti’s departure signals a major change for Madrid, who must find a new head coach ahead of the Club World Cup this summer. Brazil sits fourth in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying table as they prepare for Ancelotti’s arrival.
WHAT COMES NEXT?
With Ancelotti set to join Brazil for June’s qualifiers, focus is on both nations’ immediate priorities. Real Madrid face a crucial end to their league campaign, hoping to close the gap on Barcelona and finish with silverware. Brazil’s next matches will be under new management, aiming to secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup and restore confidence after recent struggles.
Real Madrid are expected to announce an interim or new manager for the Club World Cup, with Xabi Alonso and Santiago Solari among those considered. Brazil will look to Ancelotti’s experience to guide a talented squad back to the top of international football, starting in just a few weeks.
