Brazil National Team
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's national team faces Croatia on Tuesday (31) in Orlando, USA, in the last friendly before the 2026 World Cup final squad announcement. The match comes amid several injuries, forcing lineup changes under coach Carlo Ancelotti. The Italian said he has a clear idea of the starting XI despite the setbacks.
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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.