Ancelotti rules out big Brazil changes, Roque may get chance

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·16 November 2025

Ancelotti rules out big Brazil changes, Roque may get chance

The testing phase of the Brazilian National Team with a focus on the 2026 World Cup tends to become increasingly streamlined. For this reason, coach Carlo Ancelotti is not expected to make major changes to the lineup for the friendly against Tunisia this Tuesday at the Decathlon Arena in Lille, France.

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After Saturday’s victory over Senegal, Ancelotti made it clear that before considering any changes, he will assess the physical condition of the players who were on the field. The Italian’s idea is to maintain the core of the team.

“We will train this Sunday and then have another session on Monday. I know the players are tired. But our idea is not to change the team too much,” said the coach.

One of the most notable aspects of this FIFA window is Ancelotti’s choice to use defender Éder Militão as a right-back.

In attack, Matheus Cunha earned the coach’s confidence after a good performance alongside Estêvão, Rodrygo, and Vinícius Júnior.

Chance for Vitor Roque

Even with the core maintained, Ancelotti is considering giving Vitor Roque an opportunity against Tunisia. However, he did not reveal whether the striker will start or come on during the match.

“Vitor Roque, who is playing well with Palmeiras, may play in the next game. What I can guarantee is that the system will remain the same,” said Ancelotti.

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