World Cup 2026: Ancelotti Confirms Brazil’s Starting XI Against Morocco

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has made a bold statement about his starting eleven ahead of the World Cup.

The Seleção won a friendly against Egypt, with goals from Endrick and Bruno Guimaraes at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland.

The former Real Madrid manager, now in his first national‑team role, will face Morocco in Brazil’s opening match of the tournament.

After the Egypt friendly, Ancelotti said he already knows who will start in the Morocco game.

Speaking through 101 Great Goals, he said, “Yes, I have the starting XI for Morocco. I have a definite plan. We performed exceptionally well for 60 minutes, applying high pressure and showing strength on both defense and offense.”

He added, “We executed well, but we lost focus for a brief five‑minute period in the first half, and we paid the price. In a World Cup, there are no second chances to correct those errors.”

“However, I’m not concerned; it’s preferable to have these wake‑up calls now rather than next Saturday,” he concluded.