World Cup 2026: Ancelotti Warns Brazil Not to Underestimate Morocco

Brazil's World Cup campaign begins with a stern warning from head coach Carlo Ancelotti: do not underestimate Morocco. As the Seleção prepare to face the North African powerhouse in their opening Group C match at MetLife Stadium, Ancelotti stressed the need for a flawless performance.

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Morocco is a very strong team with high-quality players, many of whom play successfully in Europe. We have great respect for this team.

"Morocco is a very strong team with high-quality players, many of whom play successfully in Europe. We have great respect for this team," Ancelotti stated, emphasizing their organization and quality across all lines. He called for a complete match, demanding focus on defense, attack, and set-pieces, highlighting Morocco's strengths in these areas.

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It is a very organized team with quality in all lines.

The match holds particular significance for Ancelotti, marking his World Cup debut as Brazil's manager. The Italian expressed his pride and honor in leading the most decorated national team in football history. "It's a responsibility and an honor, and I want to enjoy this moment with happiness and joy because it's a beautiful moment in my career," he said.

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We must deliver a complete match in all aspects, not overlooking any details in defense, attack, or transitions. We need to focus on the defensive side as well as set-pieces because we have quality in them.

Brazil, chasing a record sixth World Cup title, enters the tournament as a favorite. However, Ancelotti cautioned that success hinges on maintaining focus from the outset. A strong start against Morocco, a team he considers one of Africa's strongest, is crucial for Brazil's aspirations to advance from a group that also includes Scotland and Haiti.

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It's a new experience and a special responsibility and honor to represent the most decorated national football team in the world.