This week, Neymar has been the center of attention after Carlo Ancelotti opted to leave him out of the Brazil squad for the international break in November. Now the Italian head coach has addressed the matter and shared his thoughts on the striker’s potential role under his management.
In a recent interview with Scoring, Ancelotti revealed the question he has been asked most since taking over Brazil. “Yes, yes… about Neymar,” he said. But far from showing irritation, he added: “It’s normal because he is a legend of Brazilian football.”
Carlo then explained that Neymar‘s return is an important topic for him and everyone around the team. “I know everyone wants Neymar to return to his best physical condition. And the CBF, the coach and the technical staff of the national team also hope that Neymar can return to his best level.” said the AC Milan And Real Madrid legend.
These comments are important given the controversy surrounding the striker’s absence from every previous call-up for Ancelotti. There were even rumors that the coach would permanently sideline Neymar in the run-up to the 2026 World Cup.
Neymar last played for the Brazilian national team in October 2023.
Ancelotti discusses Neymar’s role in Brazil
In the same interview, Carlo Ancelotti outlined his plans for Neymar’s potential role in the team if he returns to full fitness. “The truth is that today’s football requires many things. Not only talent, but also physical fitness and intensity; Hopefully Neymar will be at his best level,” the coach said.
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“I think he should play more centrally, not as a winger. because wingers in today’s football are players who you also have to help defensively,Ancelotti explained. “If you play more centrally, the defensive work is much less than when you play as a winger.”
Finally, Ancelotti acknowledged that Neymar could play as one ‘false nine’ in the future Brazil. “I also think that a very talented player, closer to the goal, has more chances to score goals… Could be his ideal position”, said the 66-year-old coach.
When will Brazil play?
Despite Neymar’s absence, Brazil have two matches scheduled during the November international break, which will serve as a test for Ancelotti ahead of the competition. 2026 World Championship. They face each other on Saturday Senegalfollowed three days later by a match against Tunisia.
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These games are valuable for several reasons. Firstly, they pit Brazil against two already qualified World Cup teams, which may provide insight into future opponents. Secondly, they offer the coach the opportunity to compete against teams he would not normally face, with styles that differ from the typical South American competition. Finally, they give Ancelotti the opportunity to continue experimenting with players as he shapes next year’s squad FIFA tournament.
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