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[Music] A new chapter begins for Brazil's coach at the Monumental Stadium. Thousands of Selecao supporters await Carlo Ancelotti. Since the 2002 World Cup victory, success has eluded Brazilian football. After much effort, the CBF has hired Carlo Ancelotti, one of European club football's most successful coaches. They've taken on the challenge of hiring someone from outside the country, breaking tradition and defying criticism. The five-time world champions have taken on this challenge. However, Ancelotti's start as coach was bleak. Vinicius and the others couldn't even replicate a fraction of the aggressive tactics of "Don Carlo" from club football. This Italian's national team coaching campaign has been disappointing. Ecuador dominated the entire match, controlling 57% of possession, while Brazil had only 43%. [Music]
To advance to the main stage of the 2026 World Cup, Brazil needed a win against Ecuador. However, there was no desperate fight for victory from the Selecao. Ecuador created a chance in the 22nd minute, but Vinicius Junior failed to score. Ecuadorian goalkeeper, Gonzalo, frustrated the Real Madrid star. In the 27th minute, Ecuador wasted a chance with an open goal. Carlo had high expectations for Casemiro, who returned to the team after a long time. In the 33rd minute, he also missed a good opportunity. Brazil became more disorganized in the second half. There was no connection between midfield and forwards. In the 67th minute, Ecuador almost scored, but Brazil's goalkeeper, Alisson, made a great save. In the 76th minute, Casemiro disappointed the team. Ancelotti did not get the Real Madrid-like performance from Vinicius. Finally, the match ended in a goalless draw. Brazil is in fourth place with 22 points after 15 matches. Ecuador is in second place with 24 points. Brazil's next World Cup qualifier is against Paraguay on June 10th. Parvon Akhtar. Somoy News.