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CBF Moves to Extend Ancelotti Through 2030 as Coach Draws Applause in Brazil

Local reporting indicates negotiations are advancing, with the federation targeting continuity through the next World Cup.

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Overview

  • Brazilian outlet O Globo reports the CBF is preparing a new deal for Carlo Ancelotti through 2030, with a reported green light from the coach though no official announcement has been made.
  • The federation also plans to renew contracts for the foreign members of the staff, including assistants Paul Clement and Francesco Mauri, fitness coach Mino Fulco, and analyst Simone Montanaro, according to the same reporting.
  • Ancelotti attended the Rio Open after an invitation from Matteo Berrettini, met the player’s Brazilian grandmother, and received cheers along with playful calls to select Neymar.
  • His public visibility surged during a multi-city Carnival tour in Salvador, São Paulo, and Rio, where he based at the CBF camarote and participated in sponsor Brahma’s activations.
  • The CBF projects a March 16 squad announcement for friendlies against France and Croatia and expects to reveal the 26-player World Cup list on May 19.