Napoli legend: Ancelotti is ‘the right’ man for Brazil to win World Cup | OneFootball

Napoli legend Careca is confident that Carlo Ancelotti is ‘the right man’ for Brazil to win the World Cup.

Ancelotti was appointed as the new Brazil coach in May and will lead the Seleçao at the 2026 World Cup.

Careca backs Ancelotti to win World Cup with Brazil

NAPLES, ITALY – MARCH 07: Antonio Careca old glory player of Naples greets the fans during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg match between SSC Napoli and Real Madrid CF at Stadio San Paolo on March 7, 2017 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

“He has a great history, and he’s a great coach,” Careca told Gazzetta.

“He has worked in many countries with players of various nationalities, and he knows Brazilian talent very well. It’s been far too long since we’ve won a World Cup, and he’s the right man to make it happen.”

Careca on Napoli and McTominay

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 18: Scott McTominay of Napoli looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 match between Manchester City and SSC Napoli at City of Manchester Stadium on September 18, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

During the same interview, Careca also examined the Napoli situation, arguing that Scott McTominay remains the key player for the Partenopei.

Careca did not win the World Cup with Brazil as a footballer, but did win one Scudetto with Napoli in 1989-90.