Brazil World Cup schedule 2026: Dates, times, more to know for Selecao at FIFA men’s soccer tournament

After a turbulent few years, Brazil finally seem to have found a sense of direction under Carlo Ancelotti, who has introduced a clearer playing style and steadier results.

Their qualifying campaign, however, still reflected the poor form shown under previous coaches, Dorival Junior and Fernando Diniz. As a consequence, the team finished behind Argentina, Ecuador, Colombia and Uruguay, ending the 18-match schedule with eight wins, four draws and six defeats.