After four intense seasons in charge of Real Madrid, Carlo Ancelotti is ready to take on a completely new challenge in his career: leading the Brazilian national team. With a resume full of trophies and respect in some of the most demanding locker rooms in the world, the Italian coach will, for the first time, take on the responsibility of managing a national team.

At 65, Ancelotti steps away from the daily grind of club football to adapt to an environment where preparation windows are shorter and the pressure to deliver immediate results is even higher. But if anyone has the composure to face such a challenge, it's him.

Varane Believes in Carlo: “He knows how to prepare players for the right moment”

Support for his new role has already started pouring in. One of his former players, Raphaël Varane, who was coached by the Italian between 2013 and 2015 at Real Madrid, assured that Ancelotti has all the tools to succeed with the Seleção.

“Carlo knows how to lift a team’s level in big matches. He’s proven that in the Champions League, where every detail matters. At a World Cup, the logic is the same: you only get one shot, and he knows how to handle it,” said the French defender during an event in Hong Kong.

For Varane, the coach's experience is not his only asset. He also highlighted Ancelotti’s ability to connect with players—a key quality in his new role. During his time at Valdebebas, Ancelotti built strong relationships with key members of Brazil’s current squad such as Vinícius Jr, Rodrygo, and Éder Militão, which could help him implement his ideas more smoothly.

“In a national team, there’s no time for long processes. But he knows how to create confidence, how to make players feel comfortable and prepared. That can make the difference for Brazil,” Varane added.

While a new era begins in Madrid under the leadership of Xabi Alonso, Ancelotti embarks on an adventure that could further cement his legacy as one of the most versatile and successful managers in football history.