Brazil coach who stated his team takes their friendly against India seriously, selecting only nine World Cup squad players for post-World Cup rebuilds.
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… "It wasn't the match we wanted (against Morocco), but this is in the past and we've learned from it." Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said he would change the line-up - and sought to put the team's sluggish start into context. …
USA, Australia eye World Cup knockout rounds, Brazil in actionThe Standard
… "It wasn't the match we wanted (against Morocco), but this is in the past and we've learned from it." Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said he would change the line-up -- and sought to put the team's sluggish start into context."Getting off to a good start is important in a World Cup …
USA, Australia eye World Cup knockout rounds, Brazil in actionCitizen Digital
… Coach Carlo Ancelotti said last week he was hopeful Neymar would be ready to play some part in the game against Haiti in Philadelphia. …
Neymar to miss Brazil's second World Cup game against HaitiCitizen Digital
Casemiro, Ancelotti's lieutenant and symbol of Brazil troubles By AFP June 18, 2026 01:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Casemiro of Brazil during the FIFA World Cup USA 2026 Group C match between Brazil a …
Casemiro, Ancelotti's lieutenant and symbol of Brazil troublesCitizen Digital
Ancelotti urges patience as Brazil make slow World Cup start By AFP June 14, 2026 10:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Brazil's Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti speaks to forward Vinicius Junior during t …
Ancelotti urges patience as Brazil make slow World Cup startCitizen Digital
… Brazil are chasing a record sixth World Cup title, 24 years after last lifting the trophy, but Saturday's performance suggests there Carlo Ancelotti's side have a lot of work to do. …
Brazil held by Morocco in World Cup opener, Australia shock TurkeyThe Standard
… Brazil are chasing a record sixth World Cup title, 24 years after last lifting the trophy, but this performance suggests there is a lot of work to be done by Carlo Ancelotti's side.Ronaldo, Roberto Carlos and Kaka were all members of Brazil's 2002 World Cup-winning squad and were …
Vinicius earns Brazil 1-1 draw with Morocco in World Cup openerCitizen Digital
Brazil enter the fray at the World Cup By AFP June 13, 2026 12:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Head coach Carlo Incholetletli of Brazil attends a press conference ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup First Stage …
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Ancelotti marks birthday as Spike Lee visits Brazil World Cup training By AFP June 11, 2026 09:41 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Brazil's Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti speaks to his players during a t …
Ancelotti marks birthday as Spike Lee visits Brazil World Cup trainingCitizen Digital
… His leadership was regularly praised by coach Bruno Genesio who has been replaced by Italian Davide Ancelotti, son of Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti. …
Giroud pens one-year Lille contract extension aged 39Arsenal defeated Lille with a three-goal second-half blitz in seven minutes at the Emirates Stadium, with goals from Jurrien Timber, Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka, extending their perfect start to the Champions League and moving into a share of the lead alongside Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon.
14 October 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal defeated Lille with a three-goal second-half blitz in seven minutes at the Emirates Stadium, with goals from Jurrien Timber, Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka, extending their perfect start to the Champions League and moving into a share of the lead alongside Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon.
14 October 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal beat Lille 3-0 with goals from Jurrien Timber, Eberechi Eze, and Bukayo Saka in the second half to extend their perfect Champions League start and share the league table lead with Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team holds respect for India ahead of a first-ever international friendly between the sides, scheduled for Saturday at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium. Brazil, ranked fifth globally and featuring Vinicius Junior, will face India, ranked 138th, coming off a 1-1 draw with Panama.
2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
India's national football team plays Brazil on Saturday at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, with local supporters hoping the match will boost the sport's profile in a cricket-dominated country. The hosts, ranked 138th, face the five-time world champions, with AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey describing the encounter as historic for Indian football.
1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil and Australia will play a double-header friendly series in Australia as the first stage of rebuilding after their World Cup campaigns ended in July. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has selected only nine players from their World Cup squad for the matches in Townsville and Brisbane, plus a friendly against India.
24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the five-time world champions take their friendly against India next week very seriously, insisting there is "never a friendly game" for them. Brazil will face India in Kolkata on October 3, their first senior men's international in the country.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
La Liga president Javier Tebas dismissed accusations of a refereeing "conspiracy" following Real Madrid's 2-1 derby loss to Atletico Madrid, after Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho presented screenshots of what he claimed were red-card tackles by Atletico players at his post-match press conference.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brentford defeated Chelsea 3-0 on Friday to expose the Blues' defensive problems, with goals from Jaidon Anthony, Igor Thiago and Fabio Carvalho. After a promising opening under Xabi Alonso, Chelsea have now picked up just one point from their last three league games.
19 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid face Rayo with manager Mourinho seeking a sharper attacking performance from Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior, who was at the centre of summer contract speculation amid rumours of an Arsenal move but remains a key player after scoring in Champions League finals in 2022 and 2024.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho, who led Inter Milan to a Champions League title in 2010 before joining Real Madrid, is beginning his second stint at Madrid and opens the club's European campaign against Inter on Tuesday at the Bernabeu.
7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho insisted his team's star players—Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Jude Bellingham—could fit together, acknowledging that his predecessors struggled to balance attack and defence with the trio, though he noted the tactical challenge of accommodating all three.
21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
José Mourinho begins his second spell at Real Madrid, tasked with restoring the intensity of his 2010–2013 reign and deposing Barcelona as Spain's leading club. The Portuguese coach takes charge after Real Madrid went two seasons without a major trophy, with recent managerial instability leaving the club unable to balance its attacking stars Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Jude Bellingham.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino withdrew his plan to raise private investment for a new commercial subsidiary to run World Cup operations after global backlash. UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC released an open letter criticizing his leadership style, despite calls for unity.
10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French football icon Zinedine Zidane was appointed head coach of the France national team on Tuesday, tasked with delivering the 2030 World Cup as coach, just as he won it as a player in 1998.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French football icon Zinedine Zidane has been appointed coach of France with the goal of winning the 2030 World Cup, mirroring his success as a player when he helped France win the 1998 World Cup at home. AFP Sport reviews key moments from Zidane's illustrious playing career, including his international debut at age 22 when he scored twice against the Czech Republic and his pivotal role in France's 1998 World Cup victory.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Italian Football Federation has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, according to Italian daily La Repubblica. The 47-year-old, currently in charge of Dubai United, is replacing Pep Guardiola, who rejected the approach.
25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy's technical director Paolo Maldini said on Thursday that the Italian Football Federation approached Carlo Ancelotti about the national team coaching job before discussing the role with Pep Guardiola. Italy has been searching for a new coach since Gennaro Gattuso stepped down in April after the team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil's Vinicius Junior apologized to fans on Friday for the "enormous frustration" caused by their World Cup elimination by Norway in a Round of 16 loss, vowing to fight to restore the team's standing.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Six of eight quarter-finalists are European nations—France, Spain, Belgium, England, Norway, and Switzerland—alongside Argentina and Morocco. Despite the 48-team format increasing non-European representation, Europe's dominance at the business end reflects the continent's concentration of wealth and top talent in major leagues.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
Despite the World Cup expanding to 48 teams to give underrepresented continents more opportunity, the quarter-final line-up remains dominated by Europe, with France, Spain, Belgium, England, Norway, and Switzerland joined only by Argentina and Morocco.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil superstar Neymar indicated his international career was over after the five-time World Cup winners were eliminated in the last 16 by Norway, 2-1, with Neymar scoring a penalty in injury time. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time top scorer, said "I tried and I tried. Now it's over. It began here and it ends here," after the match at MetLife Stadium.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil superstar Neymar indicated his international career was over after Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in the World Cup last 16, with Neymar scoring a late penalty consolation goal. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time top scorer, said "I tried and I tried. Now it's over. It began here and it ends here."
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the team's 2-1 last-16 World Cup loss to Norway at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey should serve as "fuel" for the future, describing it as "the start of a new cycle" and insisting he will not step down despite the disappointing exit.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in a World Cup last-16 match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Erling Haaland scoring two late goals. Coach Carlo Ancelotti said the defeat should serve as "fuel" for the future and called the tournament "the start of a new cycle."
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England defeated Mexico 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16 despite playing with 10 men after a red card, while Norway stunned Brazil. The day was also marked by a FIFA decision to reprieve United States star Folarin Balogun following intervention from Donald Trump, which triggered uproar.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England defeated Mexico 3-2 to advance to the World Cup quarter-finals despite playing with 10 men from the 54th minute, while Norway upset Brazil. A FIFA decision to reprieve United States star Folarin Balogun following an intervention from Donald Trump sparked controversy.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England play Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday in a World Cup round-of-16 match; the encounter marks England's return to the venue 40 years after their 1986 game against Argentina. Norway and Brazil also compete for quarter-final places.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England plays Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday in a round-of-16 World Cup match, while Norway and Brazil compete in another quarter-final elimination game. England advanced to the last 16 after a 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his defenders need no guidance on containing Erling Haaland ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 tie with Norway, as Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos have faced the Manchester City striker multiple times in European club competition.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said his defenders need no guidance on containing Erling Haaland ahead of Sunday's World Cup last-16 match with Norway, noting that Gabriel Magalhaes and Marquinhos have faced the Manchester City striker multiple times in domestic and European competition.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →