The Italian coach is leaving Real Madrid, and all indications are that he will not lead the team in the Club World Cup that will be held in the United States from the second week of June.
AS writes that Carlo Ancelotti may have made a crucial decision about his future: to take over the Brazilian national team after he finishes at Real Madrid. Although his contract with the Spanish giants expires in 2026, the Italian coach is willing to leave the club sooner if he fails to beat FC Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. Thus, the exit of the cup’s “El Clásico” could be the final farewell to one of the most winning coaches in Madrid’s history.
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With six rounds left of this season, Real Madrid are in second place in La Liga behind Barcelona.
After the recent Champions League exit and with the La Liga title still open, Ancelotti is living his final chapters at the Bernabéu. In Brazil, expectations of having Ancelotti as national team coach for the 2026 World Cup have increased. The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) has postponed the appointment of a new interim national team manager pending an agreement with the Italian coach.
Carlo Ancelotti approaches Brazil
The possibility that Ancelotti could take over “Canarinha” earlier than expected is not ruled out. Brazil dreams of getting him for upcoming national team assignments and envisions that he can lead the World Cup project as early as this year. According to Brazilian media, he could say goodbye to Real Madrid after the Club World Cup, if the timeframe allows.
At Real Madrid, there is already talk of an upcoming meeting between Ancelotti and the board to clarify the terms of his departure.
Although his legacy at Madrid is assured, everything points to his time at the club ending before his contract expires. The final against Barça could, more than a title match, be Ancelotti’s last dance in white.
If you’re fast, head to the Santiago Bernabéu and take a selfie in front of the Club World Cup trophy.
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