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How does Brazil, led by Carlo Ancelotti, come into the match against France?

The defensive setup is one of Carlo Ancelotti’s main problems when selecting Brazil’s lineup for the clash with France. As a result, the trend is for the Italian coach to start Ibãnez, former Fluminense player, alongside Léo Pereira in central defense.

In Brazil’s most recent training sessions, Ancelotti carried out several tests with the team, mainly in defense. In an interview before the match against France, the Mister confirmed Léo Pereira’s presence in the team and made it clear that there was still an open spot in central defense. However, the coach hinted that Ibãnez will be the partner of Flamengo’s number 4 Flamengo.

WHAT IS BRAZIL’S LIKELY LINEUP FOR THE MATCH AGAINST FRANCE?

Ederson; Wesley, Ibañez (Bremer), Léo Pereira and Douglas Santos; Casemiro, Andrey Santos; Raphinha, Matheus Cunha, Martinelli and Vini Jr.

It is important to point out that much of this uncertainty in central defense is due to the absences Brazil has had during this FIFA international window. Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhães had to be withdrawn because of injury. Meanwhile, Marquinhos, who is with the squad in the United States, will be rested.

WHAT IS LÉO PEREIRA’S CURRENT SITUATION WITH THE BRAZIL NATIONAL TEAM?

Léo Pereira is set to make his debut for the ‘Seleção’ in Ancelotti’s final call-up before the definitive squad for the 2026 World Cup. That means Flamengo’s number 4 has the chance to seal his place in Brazil’s friendlies against France and Croatia.

WHEN IS THE BRAZIL VS FRANCE MATCH?

The match between Brazil and France takes place at 5:00 p.m. (Brasília time) this Thursday (26), at Gillette Stadium. Therefore, Rede Globo (free-to-air TV), Premiere (pay-per-view) and GETV (YouTube) will broadcast the clash. Finally, as usual, Coluna do Fla will bring details and the score of the match on social media and on its website.

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