Carlo Ancelotti
Brazil loses 2-1 to France in US friendly
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Brazil's national team lost 2-1 to France in a friendly match played on Thursday (March 26) at Gillette Stadium in the United States. Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil's coach, stated the team is ready for the World Cup despite the defeat. Fans chanted for Neymar during the game.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti defended his decision to omit Neymar from the latest national team squad, saying he respects everyone's opinion. The move has drawn sharp criticism from former Brazil strikers Romario and Ronaldo, who argue the 34-year-old's talent is too valuable to waste ahead of the World Cup. Ancelotti cited fitness concerns for leaving out the country's record goalscorer.
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Carlo Ancelotti announced Brazil's 26-man squad for March friendlies against France and Croatia, calling up eight uncapped players amid injuries to key stars. Neymar was omitted due to incomplete fitness but remains a potential 2026 World Cup pick. The matches offer final testing before the May 18 roster reveal.