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Ancelotti admits Brazil's performance was not good enough in World Cup draw with Morocco
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Ancelotti admits Brazil's performance was not good enough in World Cup draw with Morocco

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup, with coach Carlo Ancelotti acknowledging a subpar performance, particularly in the first half.
  • Ancelotti noted the team was anxious, lost possession, and struggled to find balance against a strong Moroccan side that exploited transitions.
  • Despite dissatisfaction with the performance, Ancelotti stated the result is not bad and emphasized the need for improvement and confidence heading into the next match, with the goal of advancing from the group stage.

Brazil began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco, a result coach Carlo Ancelotti deemed "not bad" but expressed clear dissatisfaction with the team's performance. The Selecao struggled, especially in the first half, appearing anxious and losing possession frequently.

We didn't start well. The team was a bit anxious and lost many balls and duels.

— Carlo AncelottiSpeaking after Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco in their opening 2026 World Cup match.

"We didn't start well. The team was a bit anxious and lost many balls and duels," Ancelotti admitted after the match. He acknowledged the team did not play well, particularly in the first half, where they failed to find their balance. Morocco's quality was evident, with the team breaking Brazil's pressure and creating dangerous transitions.

We have to accept the criticism because we didn't have a good performance, especially in the first half, where we couldn't find our balance.

— Carlo AncelottiReflecting on Brazil's performance against Morocco.

Despite the draw, Ancelotti urged his players not to lose confidence, reminding them that World Cups are not won in the first game. "We have to accept the criticism because we didn't have a good performance," he stated, highlighting the need to improve offensively and defensively.

The result is not bad, but I am not satisfied.

— Carlo AncelottiAssessing the 1-1 draw with Morocco.

Looking ahead, Ancelotti stressed the importance of continued work to build a more balanced and attacking team. "The goal is to get out of this group, qualify for the knockout stage, and improve over time," he said, signaling a determined approach for the remainder of the tournament.

We cannot lose our confidence. You don't win a World Cup based on the first game.

— Carlo AncelottiAddressing the team's mindset after the opening match draw.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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