SOS: Being Italian is just a detail - why Carlo Ancelotti is Brazil’s best hope for the 2026 World Cup

Brazil has gone more than two decades without a World Cup title, and the pressure has never been higher. After another campaign filled with doubt and missteps, the country placed its hopes in an unexpected figure: Carlo Ancelotti. This is Legacy, GOAL’s podcast following the countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Each week, we explore the stories and the spirit behind the nations that define the world’s game. In this episode — inspired by a feature written by Tauan Ambrosio we look at why the Brazilian federation turned toward the most decorated club coach on the planet, how this decision reflects years of confusion in the national project, and why Ancelotti’s bond with players like Kaká and Vinícius Júnior shaped this choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices