Brazil and Carlo Ancelotti
9 September 2026
Carlo Ancelotti named a heavily changed Brazil squad for September and October friendlies after the team’s World Cup round-of-16 exit. Several younger players received opportunities, while Alisson, Casemiro and Fabinho were among experienced World Cup names left out of the group.
Brazil will play Australia twice before facing India for the first time, with Ancelotti prioritising players who could form the spine of his 2030 World Cup team. Vinicius Junior, Raphinha, Bruno Guimaraes and Marquinhos remain as experienced leaders during the transition.