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Ancelotti explained why he is taking Flamengo’s Danilo to the 2026 World Cup

Carlo Ancelotti stated this Monday (30) that Danilo will be at the 2026 World Cup with the Brazilian National Team. So, Coluna do Fla wants to know: did you like the call-up of the Flamengo center back?

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Why did Ancelotti decide to call up Danilo for the World Cup?

According to the Brazil national team coach, the Flamengo player is capable of playing in several defensive roles. In addition, Ancelotti highlighted that he likes the red-and-black player’s attitude off the pitch.

— Danilo is a very important player, not only on the pitch, but also off it. Danilo is certain to be on the final list of 26 (for the World Cup), because I like him for his character, his personality, and as a player. He can play in every position in defense. So, among the 9 defenders, Danilo will be there — he said.

How many matches has Danilo played for Flamengo in 2026?

At the moment, Danilo has five matches wearing the Flamengo shirt in the 2026 season. However, the player has appeared only once under the club’s new head coach, Leonardo Jardim. Even so, the defender has earned Carlo Ancelotti’s trust and will be at the World Cup.

Is the full-back available for the Brazilian National Team?

Yes! With Danilo, the Brazilian National Team faces Croatia this Tuesday (31) at 9:00 p.m. (Brasília time), in a friendly as preparation for the World Cup. Therefore, Rede Globo on free-to-air TV, SporTV on pay TV, and GETV on YouTube will broadcast the match throughout Brazil.

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