Carlo Ancelotti spoke with France Football at the headquarters of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), analyzing the new adventure with Canarinha , the 2026 World Cup target, as well as many other hot topics such as the relationship with Vinicius or Neymar.

In a relaxed tone, Carletto answered all questions and left a memorable quote: “The only club I can lead after Brazil is Real Madrid” .

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Ancelotti is making his mark in Brazil. Photo: CBF

“For me, adapting here was easy. It's a different pace of life ,” Ancelotti said of adjusting to Brazil.

“ I had to immerse myself in the culture of the country, so I moved to Rio. Here I found a very organized Federation , everyone was great, full of enthusiasm. The facilities here are perfect.”

When asked if winning the World Cup is an obligation like the Champions League for Real Madrid , Carletto said: “It is an obligation to try. No one has an obligation to win.

In football, who has the obligation to win? Even those who think they are the best don't. There are too many factors that can change the outcome.

I spent 6 years at Real Madrid but I didn't win the Champions League every year. I only won 3."

If Brazil plays against Italy ? “Ha ha… That would be a very awkward situation. (Laughs). But I want Brazil to win…” .

Ancelotti has always maintained a good relationship with Vinicius: “I have a great relationship with Vinicius , he always does what I ask. I have never had a problem with him.

But at the national team level, you don't have to deal with that kind of stuff all the time. If a player isn't happy with a role, that's fine, I call someone else.

I no longer have the same obligation as at the club, having to manage a player for the whole season."

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Ancelotti did not call Neymar up in the last match. Photo: CBF

In the latest training session, Ancelotti did not call Neymar and this player reacted with dissatisfaction.

“A team has to have the best players. That’s obvious, right? But a talented player also has to be in good shape. It has to be 100%, not just 80%.

Neymar is improving his fitness. There is no doubt he is the most talented Brazilian player.

Neymar had a small injury and recovered quite quickly. But I want him to be in the best condition to be able to play. He can absolutely play in the World Cup if he is healthy.

Technically there is no question. Neymar's goal must be to be ready in June. It doesn't matter if he is in the squad in October, November or March."

Who will win the World Cup ? “I think the next world champion will be the team with the best defense, not the team with the best attack. That's football.”

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