The president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Samir Xaud, has expressed a strong desire to renew Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti's contract after the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ancelotti, who has been in charge since June of last year, took the reins amid a challenging era for Brazilian football, particularly during a lackluster campaign in the South American qualifiers. Xaud emphasized the importance of stability and continuity in leadership, stating that a single year is insufficient to yield significant results from a coaching perspective.

Xaud revealed that discussions have already commenced regarding a contract renewal for Ancelotti, highlighting his faith in the coach's capabilities. At an event labeled Rio Innovation Week in Rio de Janeiro, Xaud affirmed his optimism about Ancelotti’s ongoing work with the national team. In a prior interview in Spain, Ancelotti himself had shared his inclination to stay in the role for an additional four years, indicating a mutual interest in sustaining this partnership into the future.

This potential contract extension comes at a crucial time as Brazil looks to regain its stature in the footballing world. With shared ambitions for success, both NCB and Ancelotti seem committed to building a strong team ahead of the World Cup, which could fortify Brazil's reputation in international football while also allowing the coach to implement his vision over a longer term, rather than being rushed by a short tenure.