The quest to conquer a sixth World Cup title begins for Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil, who will face Panama on Sunday in a friendly match at the Maracanã Stadium that serves as the team’s send-off ahead of the tournament.
Unlike in recent editions, Brazil isn’t viewed as was one of the big favorites entering the 2026 World Cup. Still, La Seleçao’s World Cup roster includes a wealth of world class talent, and it will be up to Ancelotti, one of the greatest managers in the history of the sport, to maximize it.