Carlo Ancelotti to Be Brazil’s Next Coach After Leaving Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti is set to become the coach of Brazil’s national team. He has a verbal agreement to lead the team into the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This comes after his likely departure from Real Madrid at the season’s end.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Ancelotti has verbally agreed with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) to become the head coach in June. Paperwork is pending, but both sides are ready to finalize the deal after El Clásico. Ancelotti was close to joining Brazil earlier, but his contract with Real Madrid hindered it. Now, those issues are resolved, and he’s set to start his international career with Brazil, aiming to win the 2026 World Cup in North America.

BRAZIL AND REAL MADRID: CURRENT SITUATION

Ancelotti’s move comes at an important time for Real Madrid and Brazil. Real Madrid are second in La Liga, four points behind Barcelona. Their title hopes depend on the El Clásico this Sunday, with three games left afterwards. Brazil have struggled since the last World Cup and need new leadership. Ancelotti will reunite with Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo in Brazil. They have key friendlies against Ecuador and Paraguay in June, crucial for their World Cup plans.

WHAT’S NEXT?

After Real Madrid play their final game on May 25, Ancelotti is expected to be introduced as Brazil’s coach in early June. He will start working with the team ahead of next year’s World Cup qualifiers. Meanwhile, Real Madrid need a new manager, with former player Xabi Alonso being the rumored favorite. With the world watching Ancelotti’s Brazil and Real Madrid’s next move, a significant summer is ahead in global football.