Danilo tells off Ancelotti after Brazil v Croatia: “Rather not…”

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·1 de abril de 2026

Danilo tells off Ancelotti after Brazil v Croatia: “Rather not…”

Danilo is confirmed for the 2026 World Cup

Coach Carlo Ancelotti guaranteed that Danilo will be in the final Brazil squad for the 2026 World Cup. This Tuesday (31), in fact, after Brazil’s 3-1 win over Croatia, the Flamengo defender joked about the Italian coach’s revelation and sent a message to the critics.

That statement from the boss puts a big spotlight on me. Maybe I would have preferred that he hadn’t announced that news that way (laughs), but I’m happy and honored by the recognition. He is one of the most successful coaches in football history. And as I said here, a kid from Bicas, a town of 13,000 people in the countryside of Minas Gerais, could only be close to playing in a third World Cup and receive this recognition through a lot of hard work, a lot of humility, listening to criticism, listening to praise, with a lot of calm and wisdom. Obviously, it is natural for there to be opposing views. I have to keep doing my work, that silent work that no one sees, dedicate myself more and more every day physically and mentally, because I’m sure I’ll be needed one way or another, and I need to be ready, I need to be fully fit so I can do my part,” said Danilo.

Is Danilo guaranteed a spot at the World Cup?

Coach Carlo Ancelotti gave a press conference last Monday (30). During the conversation, the Italian announced that Danilo will be included in the final Brazil squad for the 2026 World Cup.

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— Sometimes I get tired of talking about things I’ve already talked about. Danilo is a very important player not only on the pitch, but off it as well. Danilo is certain to be on the final World Cup list, because I like him… for his character, his personality, and as a player. So, among the 9 defenders, Danilo will be there –, announced Ancelotti.

What is Brazil’s group at the 2026 World Cup?

Currently fifth in the FIFA national team rankings, Brazil is the top seed in Group C. Thus, the ‘Seleção’ will face Morocco, Scotland and Haiti in the group stage of the World Cup. The ‘Canarinho’ will make its debut against the Moroccans on June 13.

It is worth noting that the official Brazil squad announcement for the World Cup will take place on May 18. Thus, coach Carlo Ancelotti will begin preparing the squad on the 25th of the same month, while the trip to the United States will be on June 1.

What is Flamengo’s next game?

Meanwhile, Danilo will once again be available to Leonardo Jardim at Flamengo. This Thursday (02), the Rubro-Negro takes the field to face Red Bull Bragantino at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Estádio Cicero de Souza Marques, in the ninth round of the Brasileirão.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Bragantino through YouTube, the website and social media. However, Globo (free-to-air TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Brasileirão clash.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.