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Alisson Praises Ancelotti's Revitalized Brazil for 2026 WC

6/12/2026

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Alisson Becker said Carlo Ancelotti has revitalized Brazil ahead of June 14, 2026 World Cup opener in New Jersey.
Ancelotti became first foreign coach to qualify Brazil for World Cup when he took charge in May 2025.
Alisson praised Ancelotti’s calm, controversy-free environment, saying the coach’s pressure may exceed that of a president.
Alisson also credited former goalkeeper Claudio Taffarel, a 1994 World Cup winner, for his guidance.

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Alisson Becker said Carlo Ancelotti has revitalized Brazil ahead of June 14, 2026 World Cup opener in New Jersey.
Ancelotti became first foreign coach to qualify Brazil for World Cup when he took charge in May 2025.
Alisson praised Ancelotti’s calm, controversy-free environment, saying the coach’s pressure may exceed that of a president.
Alisson also credited former goalkeeper Claudio Taffarel, a 1994 World Cup winner, for his guidance.