Carlo Ancelotti, the legendary Italian tactician and former Real Madrid boss, is set to lead the Selecao for the first time when Brazil takes on Ecuador Thursday night in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying.

Coach Carlo Ancelotti of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona v Real Madrid at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona Spain
Coach Carlo Ancelotti of Real Madrid during the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona v Real Madrid at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium on May 11, 2025 in Barcelona Spain
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How to Watch Ecuador vs Brazil:

  • Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
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The reason Ancelotti is taking over is due to Brazil’s shocking 4-1 loss to Argentina back in March, which sealed the fate of former manager Dorival Junior. Now, it’s up to Ancelotti to right the ship and remind the football world that Brazil is still very much a World Cup favorite.

Standing in Brazil’s way is an Ecuador side that’s hungry, dangerous, and always tough to beat at home. With Enner Valencia still leading the line and rising star Moisés Caicedo pulling strings in midfield, La Tri won’t roll over for anyone even the five-time world champs.

Ecuador Expected Lineup:

Galindez; Ordonez, Pacho, Hincapie, Estupinan; Preciado, Vite, Caicedo, Franco, Plata; Valencia

Playing in front of their home crowd, Ecuador will bring energy, physicality, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting.

Brazil Expected Lineup:

Alisson; Vanderson, Danilo, Marquinhos, Augusto; Guimarães, Gerson; Raphinha, Cunha, Vinícius Júnior; Richarlison

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