Brazil begins reconstruction toward 2026

The Seleção Brasileira is starting its four-year cycle toward the 2026 World Cup under Ancelotti's direction. The Italian coach alternates eight players in his first squad call-up and nine survivors from the last World Cup, refusing a complete overhaul. Raphinha and Endrick embody this transition, while the full-back positions remain a weak point. Brazil begins its warm-up matches against Australia, a modest objective before facing top rivals again.