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Norway Downs Brazil: Coach Ancelotti's Cycle Continues
6 Jul
Summary
- Brazil's World Cup journey ended with a round-of-16 loss to Norway.
- Coach Carlo Ancelotti's contract extends through the 2030 World Cup.
- The team expressed sadness and frustration but vowed to improve.
Brazil's World Cup campaign concluded prematurely with a 2-1 round-of-16 defeat to Norway on Sunday. This early exit marks Brazil's worst World Cup performance since 1966.
Despite the disappointment, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) intends to maintain coach Carlo Ancelotti, whose contract runs until the 2030 World Cup. National team coordinator Rodrigo Caetano emphasized the need for a calm continuation of their work and necessary adjustments for the next cycle.
Ancelotti, who took over in May 2025, aims to guide the team to their sixth World Cup title. The squad, including captain Marquinhos, has apologized to the Brazilian people and called for continued support, acknowledging their shortcomings against Norway and vowing to use the experience as motivation for future success.
