Ancelotti wants tactical variety, hails Seleção’s individual quality | OneFootball

Coach Carlo Ancelotti stated this Monday, in a press conference on the eve of the friendly match against Japan, that he plans to adopt different playing systems for Brazil. The manager also highlighted the individual quality of the players.

“I am convinced that the team cannot play in just one way. It has to play in different ways and systems. We have the individual quality to do this,” commented Ancelotti.

The coach emphasized that the team is capable of playing with other formations. Against South Korea, the Seleção performed well both offensively and defensively and won the friendly 5-0.

“We are seeking balance in the team, making the commitment and defensive attitude of the squad the foundation, given the quality that each Brazilian player has. The team’s sacrifice in these games has been very good. Also with the ball, the team did well against Korea. In the last games, we played in a 4-4-2, but the team can play in different ways,” he said.

Ancelotti assured that he will give opportunities to other players in the friendly against Japan, but Brazil still does not have a defined starting lineup for the World Cup. The manager explained what he plans for the upcoming FIFA dates.

“There is the observation of the players. We have to see which strategy is best for us until the November FIFA date. It is a moment when we can try some things, also in tomorrow’s game, and give more opportunities to the players. I think that by the March FIFA date, the list of those who will play in the World Cup can be defined,” he pointed out.

“The players who are here, to motivate themselves, have to think that they can play. A bit of competition in the team is good for each player’s motivation. A well-defined team may be at the World Cup. I think, at this moment, we have to rotate to see how they perform in different systems,” he reinforced.

Jogo bonito?

When asked about Brazil’s playing style, Ancelotti redefined the concept of “jogo bonito.” For him, in addition to individual quality, the collective also plays a part in attractive football.

“The Brazilian National Team wants to play beautiful football. We have to understand what beautiful football is: it’s the individual quality that all Brazilian players have, and also the collective commitment. Beautiful football is not just with the ball, but also without it, because that is a very important aspect of the game,” he explained.

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