Carlo Ancelotti, the new head coach of the Brazilian national team, has begun his work with concrete steps by reaching out to two of the country’s biggest stars, Neymar Jr. and Casemiro.
According to reports from Brazilian media, Ancelotti told Neymar that he sees him as a key part of the squad for the 2026 World Cup.
He emphasized the importance of Neymar’s return to the team, despite his injury issues and long absence from the national side.
Ancelotti has also held talks with Casemiro, expressing his desire to bring the experienced midfielder back into the heart of the squad.
Both players have not featured for Brazil since last year, and Ancelotti’s approach suggests a unifying and renewed strategy with core players.
Currently, Brazil sits in fourth place in the South American qualifying group for the 2026 World Cup, with five losses in 14 matches.
Nonetheless, their position remains favorable for qualification, and Ancelotti’s appointment has sparked optimism for building a strong team toward the World Cup.
