Carlo Ancelotti appointed as Brazil Head Coach
Carlo Ancelotti has officially agreed to become the new head coach of Brazil, with the 65-year-old Italian set to take charge on May 26, following the conclusion of Real Madrid’s season.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed the news on Monday, calling it a "landmark moment" and celebrating the appointment of one of the most successful club managers in football history.
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End of an Era at Real Madrid
Ancelotti, who returned to Real Madrid for a second spell in 2021, will leave the Bernabeu after Los Blancos’ final LaLiga game of the season against Real Sociedad. Despite winning two La Liga and Champions League doubles since his return, Ancelotti’s final season has ended trophyless, with Real Madrid now trailing seven points behind Barcelona following a dramatic 4-3 El Clasico loss.
Ancelotti's first International role
This marks Ancelotti’s debut as a national team coach, and he also becomes the first-ever foreign permanent manager in Brazil’s storied football history.
“This is the meeting of two global icons,” said the CBF.
“Brazil’s five World Cup titles and Ancelotti’s unrivalled success across Europe signal the start of a new era.”
He will take charge of Brazil’s World Cup qualifying matches against Paraguay and Ecuador in June.
Ancelotti’s Club Success
Ancelotti is the only manager in history to have won league titles in all of Europe’s top five leagues — Spain (Real Madrid), England (Chelsea), Italy (AC Milan), France (PSG), and Germany (Bayern Munich).
Career highlights include:
- 4x UEFA Champions League titles
- League titles in 5 countries
- Domestic and international trophies with 9 different clubs
Brazil's Coaching Carousel Ends
Brazil have been in search of a long-term solution after parting ways with Dorival Junior in March. Ancelotti becomes their fifth coach in just two-and-a-half years, as the Seleção aims to regroup after underwhelming showings in recent international competitions.
What’s Next?
Ancelotti’s final match as Real Madrid manager will take place on May 25 against Real Sociedad, before he officially begins work with Brazil the following day.
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