Carlo Ancelotti Becomes Brazil's First Foreign Coach After 24 Years Without a World Cup Title
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Updated · The Washington Post · Jun 6
Carlo Ancelotti Becomes Brazil's First Foreign Coach After 24 Years Without a World Cup Title
3 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Jun 6
Summary
Carlo Ancelotti has taken charge of Brazil, becoming the first foreigner to lead the national team in its history.
Brazil turned to the Italian as it tries to end a 24-year World Cup title drought and restore the identity of the tournament's most successful nation.
Ancelotti arrives as the most decorated club coach in soccer history, bringing a résumé Brazil hopes can translate from elite club success to the international stage.
In Rio de Janeiro, he framed Brazil's path back to glory around qualities he saw in Carnival performers above the Sambadrome—rhythm, coordination and collective spirit.