Ancelotti says Brazil squad list for World Cup is nearly finalised | OneFootball

Coach Carlo Ancelotti revealed that the list of players who will compete in the World Cup for the Brazilian National Team "is quite complete" after the 1-1 draw with Tunisia this Tuesday in Lille, France.

"A few are missing, the list is quite complete. There are two friendlies left, plus six months of games where anything can happen. There is a very demanding schedule, and the risk of injury is very high. I think the team, the environment, is on the right path to reach the maximum level at the World Cup," said Ancelotti.

There are some areas where doubts remain, such as the full-back positions, where the Italian coach continues to call up different players to evaluate. Neymar is another question mark, as the Brazilian star has not yet played under Carlo Ancelotti's management.

"I have a lot of confidence in this team and these players, especially in this environment, which is a good environment because the players are serious, professional, patriotic, and have a lot of affection for the jersey. These are important aspects," continued the coach.

Ancelotti will have one last call-up before the World Cup, during the FIFA date in March, when Brazil will likely play friendlies against France and Croatia. Therefore, the first three months of 2026 will be crucial for the coach to define the remaining spots in the squad he has in mind for the World Cup.

"I spoke with them, for them to give their best in the games they will play, we will be here observing, talking to them, keeping open contact until March and until the World Cup, that is the idea we have," he concluded.

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