World Bombshell: Carlo Ancelotti will be the new head coach of Brazil

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) made official the arrival of Carlo Ancelotti as the new coach of the national team. The renowned Italian coach will take the position once the 2024/25 La Liga season concludes, in which he currently manages Real Madrid.

At 65 years old, Ancelotti signed a contract that will bind him to the Verdeamarelha until the end of the 2026 World Cup. This is a historic event, as it will be the first time Brazil's national team is led by a foreign head coach.

CBF's confirmation on social media

"The best national team in football history will now be led by the world's most successful coach. Carlo Ancelotti, synonymous with historic achievements, was announced this Monday (12) by CBF President Ednaldo Rodrigues as the new coach of the Brazilian National Team. He will lead Brazil until the 2026 World Cup and coach the team in the next two qualifying matches, against Ecuador and Paraguay, next month," the message began.

"Bringing Carlo Ancelotti to lead Brazil is more than a strategic decision. It's a statement to the world of our determination to reclaim the top spot on the podium. He is the best coach in history and now leads the best national team on the planet. Together, we will write new glorious chapters for Brazilian football," declared Ednaldo Rodrigues, CBF President.

Ancelotti's salary as Brazil's coach

The agreement was managed by financial sector entrepreneur Diego Fernandes, who negotiated on behalf of the CBF. The contract includes a monthly salary of 4 million reais, plus an additional bonus of 5 million euros if he manages to win the 2026 World Cup. In total, the Italian coach would earn around 9.8 million dollars over the 14-month term.

Additionally, the Confederation will cover the costs of an apartment in Rio de Janeiro and facilitate the use of a private plane so the coach can travel to Europe on specific occasions. His tenure will cover the decisive phase of the cycle leading up to the World Cup.

A friendly match between Brazil and Real Madrid included in the agreement

Another highlight of the contract is the inclusion of a friendly match between the Brazilian national team and Real Madrid, as part of the special bond between the Spanish club and the coach.

According to the established schedule, Ancelotti will arrive in Rio de Janeiro on May 26 and shortly after will announce his first list of drafts for the South American Qualifiers matches against Ecuador and Paraguay, scheduled for June 5 and 10, respectively.