Brazil’s national team will be led by Carlo Ancelotti until the 2030 World Cup. The 67-year-old Italian coach confirmed he will fulfill his full contract with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), which runs through the end of the 2030 World Cup and includes the 2028 Copa América.

What the coach pledged

According to insider Fabrizio Romano, Ancelotti turned down an offer from the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) to take charge of the Azzurri. He chose to stay with the Seleção, where he took charge in May 2025. Since then, the team has played 17 matches across all competitions: 10 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. The last outing was the Round of 16 exit at the 2026 World Cup, a 2-1 loss to Norway - the first time in 36 years Brazil failed to reach the quarter-finals.

Why the decision matters for Brazil

Ancelotti’s extension through 2030 brings technical stability for the coming years. The coach arrives with the task of rebuilding after the 2026 disappointment and shaping the squad for future tournaments. The CBF backed him for his international pedigree and proven man-management, as seen during his time at Real Madrid.

What comes next

Brazil’s next fixture is away to Australia on September 25, 2026. Before that, the Copa América 2028 is already in the contract. The Norway loss left scars, but the coach remains process-driven. The team’s last win came 20 days ago, on July 5, when Brazil beat Colombia 1-0 in a friendly.

The Seleção has four straight wins in its recent run, with only one defeat in the last five games. The next mission is to keep that momentum and restore fan confidence ahead of the next major tournament.