Ancelotti Says Brazil’s 2026 World Cup Squad Is Nearly Set

Overview

• Ancelotti says a few positions remain open but the roster is close to complete as Brazil enters the final stretch before the tournament.
• He praises the CBF’s preparations, citing a high-quality training center and a private hotel in the United States for focused work.
• After a late‑May tune‑up expected against Panama, the CBF is negotiating a June 6 friendly versus Egypt in the U.S.
• Brazil is slated to play Group C fixtures on June 13, 19 and 24 against Morocco, Haiti and Scotland.
• The World Legends Cup was launched in Rio with the final at the Maracanã, featuring eight teams of former stars under adapted rules, with TV Globo holding exclusive rights and Brazil led by captain Cafu and coach Zico; at the launch, Alessandro Nesta endorsed Ancelotti’s leadership.