Brazil President: "We Will Win the World Cup, Ancelotti Won't Call Up Players Based on Name Alone"
T.E (Elbotola)
27 February 2026at12:10
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expressed his confidence that the national team would win the 2026 World Cup, stating that "Seleção" coach Carlo Ancelotti would only call up players who are in full physical condition.
Lula told Brazilian channel "RT": "I am confident we will win the World Cup because I spoke with Ancelotti and found him to be a very serious person." He added, "He is highly rational and convinced that only those who are 100% fit will play in the World Cup. Ancelotti will not call up any player based on name alone; he will call up those who are playing and training. When the coach is serious, the players understand their responsibilities."
The Brazilian President continued: "It has been 24 years since our last World Cup title. If we don't win now, we will break the record for the longest period of absence from the podium. For this reason, I am certain that we will win this tournament."
It is worth noting that Brazil is in Group C of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti.
What did Brazil's President say about the 2026 World Cup?
Brazil's President Lula expressed strong confidence in the national team winning the 2026 World Cup. He believes coach Carlo Ancelotti's serious approach, focusing on player fitness and current form over past reputation, will lead the Seleção to victory after a long wait.
How will Carlo Ancelotti select players for the Brazilian national team?
Carlo Ancelotti will select players for the Brazilian national team based strictly on their current physical condition and active playing status. President Lula highlighted Ancelotti's rational approach, ensuring only 100% fit players who are actively training and performing will be called up, not just those with big names.
What are Brazil's prospects for the 2026 World Cup under Ancelotti?
Brazil's prospects for the 2026 World Cup are seen as highly promising by President Lula, who is certain they will win. He emphasized that Ancelotti's commitment to selecting only fully fit and active players will be crucial in ending their significant title drought and avoiding a new record for absence from the podium.
