International Football · Monday, September 7, 2026
Ancelotti on a scouting mission ahead of his first 2026 squad announcement
The Brazilian coach visited Nilton Santos stadium to observe players in action before announcing his squad list for the qualification cycle.
By Editorial team
Carlo Ancelotti attended the Botafogo-Palmeiras match at Nilton Santos stadium, accompanied by his technical staff from the CBF. Brazil's coach will make his first squad announcement for the 2026 World Cup cycle on September 4. He exchanged with both team managers before this Brazilian Championship fixture. Brazil will face Australia twice in October during the next international break.