Argentina's 4-1 Against Brazil early this morning has deeply affected the canarinha fans. Leo Messi wasn't there. Brazil is in mourning and demands a change on the seleçao's bench.
Lance headlines the match report like this: "Shame at the Monumental: Argentina Imposes on Brazil in the Worst Defeat Since the 7-1." Folha do São Paulo, meanwhile, highlights the "Argentina's Thrashing, and Pressure on Dorival Grows."
The criticisms are fierce for Brazil's play and the coach's work. All the criticism is directed at Dorival Junior, a provisional coach who was hired to act as a bridge until Ancelotti's arrival.
Brazil can't wait any longer. They need Ancelotti. The players themselves have expressed this, led by Vinícius, Rodrygo, Endrick, and Militao.
They Want Ancelotti at the 2026 World Cup
This opinion trend doesn't escape the Barcelona player Raphinha. Nor does Neymar, who couldn't play against Argentina due to injury.
The Brazilian Football Confederation will not rush. Dorival will remain at the helm of the canarinha for at least the next four matches against Ecuador, Paraguay, Chile, and Bolivia. There he must secure his presence at the 2026 World Cup, something no one doubts.
The CBF's idea is to make the change once the team is qualified. That is, for Brazil to attend the World Cup with a new coach.
The chosen one is Carlo Ancelotti. In fact, he never stopped being the choice. Although there are other names in the portfolio in case negotiations with the Italian coach fail again.
Brazil has already ruled out Pep Guardiola and Xavi, with whom there were also talks. Now they consider alternatives to Ancelotti like Filipe Luis, Jorge Jesus, or Abel Ferreira.
However, these are only emergency options. The thoughtful and coherent decision places Ancelotti at the helm of Brazil.
Florentino Will Make It Easy
Carletto has extensive international experience, knows how to handle big stars, and has shown that he knows how to bring out the best in their individual talents by channeling them into the collective game.
It's Ancelotti or Ancelotti. His contract with Real Madrid ends in 2026. But that wouldn't be a problem.
If Ancelotti wants to leave, Real Madrid will provide all kinds of facilities. If he wants to stay, there will also be facilities for him to continue at Bernabéu.
Real Madrid is indebted to him, and in his end at the White House, there can only be gratitude. Florentino has already told him: "Now you decide, we will respect your decision."
That's where Ancelotti stands.