Ancelotti explains issue Léo Pereira caused for Brazil | OneFootball

Léo Pereira started in both of Brazil’s friendlies in March

Carlo Ancelotti used the last FIFA international window before the World Cup to test players. So, the Brazil coach wanted to clear up some doubts, but the Flamengo center back’s performance raised even more questions.

— What leaves me most satisfied is that the newcomers made the most of the opportunity. Obviously, that increases the doubt over the final squad list, because Igor Thiago did very well, Léo Pereira did very well, Danilo (Santos) did well, Endrick did very well, Kaiki as well — said the Italian, who added:

— They all made the most of it, and that is a positive sign for the team. Now we will continue evaluating what happens in the European leagues and also in the Brazilian Championship — declared the coach right after Brazil’s win over Croatia.

What do you mean it increases the doubt, Ancelotti?

According to the coach’s call-ups, defenders Danilo, Marquinhos and Gabriel Magalhães are guaranteed spots at the World Cup. Therefore, there is one remaining place in defense, which could be contested by Léo Pereira, Léo Ortiz, Bremer, Ibañez and many others.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Under Carlo Ancelotti’s watchful eye, Flamengo face Red Bull Bragantino this Thursday (02), after the FIFA international window. The ball starts rolling at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estádio Cícero 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) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Brasileirão clash.

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