Brazil’s head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has announced that he will be implementing “some changes” to the team’s starting eleven for their second World Cup group stage fixture against Haiti. The coach acknowledged the need for improvement following a less-than-satisfactory 1-1 draw in their opening match against Morocco, a game where the opponent largely controlled the flow.
Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Ancelotti stated, “The team can and must do more.” He indicated that fresh legs might be introduced to enhance the team’s balance and the overall quality of their play, emphasizing the need to minimize errors. He expressed confidence in the squad’s ability to deliver an entertaining performance, noting, “We have the quality to do it, to play a fun game.”
Ancelotti prefers to communicate team changes directly to his players first, stating, “Football has no secrets, but I prefer to tell the players first.” Reflecting on the previous match, he admitted, “Against Morocco, the match didn’t go well and makes me a bit critical of the team. We have to find a solution. We have been working over the past few days to try to resolve the situation, and I believe we will succeed because I continue to trust that the team will be competitive in this World Cup.”
Reports suggest Ancelotti plans to make three alterations to the Brazil starting XI, though Endrick is anticipated to begin on the bench. Douglas Santos is expected to take over at left-back, replacing Alex Sandro. In central midfield, Fabinho is slated to come in for Casemiro, and Luiz Henrique is predicted to feature in place of Paquetà.
The coach outlined key areas for improvement, stating, “We have to do many things well: defend with a low block, attack, exploit individual quality, be aggressive forward, lower the block, defend in our own area.” He also commented on Haiti’s strengths, describing them as “a very balanced team, with above all physical quality, well organised and with a rather clear system.” Ancelotti concluded by stressing the importance of respect in the World Cup, noting, “They play good football given their characteristics. We must respect everyone because this is a World Cup and everyone is very motivated.”
Probable Brazil XI vs. Haiti (4-2-4): Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Douglas Santos; Fabinho, Bruno Guimarães; Raphinha, Vinícius, Matheus Cunha, Luiz Henrique.
English Translation:
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that he will be making “some changes” to the team’s lineup for their second World Cup group stage match against Haiti, as they “have to find a solution.”
Brazil faces Haiti on Saturday, June 20, at 2:30 PM CET (Friday, June 19, at 6:30 PM local time). Ancelotti’s squad had a disappointing start to the tournament, managing only a 1-1 draw against Morocco, who largely controlled the game.
“The team can and must do more,” Ancelotti admitted during a pre-match press conference. “We’ll make some changes, maybe bring in a fresher player. We need to improve our balance and the quality of our play. Make fewer mistakes. We have the quality to do it, to play a fun game.”
Ancelotti prefers to inform his players of team changes directly, stating, “Football has no secrets, but I prefer to tell the players first.” He added, “Against Morocco, the match didn’t go well and makes me a bit critical of the team. We have to find a solution. We have been working over the past few days to try to resolve the situation, and I believe we will succeed because I continue to trust that the team will be competitive in this World Cup.”
According to reports, Ancelotti is set to make three changes to the Brazil starting XI, with Endrick expected to remain on the bench. Douglas Santos is anticipated to replace Alex Sandro at left-back, Fabinho should come in for Casemiro in central midfield, and Luiz Henrique is expected to replace Paquetá.
“We have to do many things well: defend with a low block, attack, exploit individual quality, be aggressive forward, lower the block, defend in our own area,” Ancelotti continued. He described Haiti as “a very balanced team, with above all physical quality, well organised and with a rather clear system.” He concluded, “They play good football given their characteristics. We must respect everyone because this is a World Cup and everyone is very motivated.”
Probable Brazil XI vs. Haiti (4-2-4): Alisson; Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel, Douglas Santos; Fabinho, Bruno Guimarães; Raphinha, Vinícius, Matheus Cunha, Luiz Henrique.