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Romário Calls for Carlo Ancelotti's Exit After Brazil's World Cup Collapse
Brazilian legend Romário did not hold back following the Seleção's shocking World Cup elimination, saying Carlo Ancelotti should no longer remain in charge of the national team.
Romário blasts Brazil after early World Cup exit
Brazil's elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to generate strong reactions across the country, and one of the harshest came from Brazilian legend Romário.
The 1994 World Cup winner believes the defeat to Norway in the Round of 16 should mark the end of Carlo Ancelotti's tenure as head coach of the Seleção.
Brazil entered the tournament as one of the favorites to lift the trophy, making its early exit one of the biggest surprises of the competition.
Romário wants Ancelotti out immediately
The former striker argued that Brazil's football federation should move on from the Italian coach after what he described as an unacceptable failure.
According to Romário, there is no justification for Ancelotti remaining in charge following the team's disappointing World Cup campaign.
The Brazilian icon even suggested the federation should terminate the coach's contract immediately, regardless of any potential legal consequences.
His comments quickly made headlines, adding even more pressure on Ancelotti as questions continue to surround Brazil's future.
Endrick also comes under fire
Romário reserved part of his criticism for Endrick, who struggled during Brazil's defeat to Norway.
While acknowledging the teenager's enormous potential, the former World Cup champion insisted that age cannot be used as an excuse on football's biggest stage.
Romário argued that opportunities in matches of this magnitude must be taken, regardless of a player's experience.
Pressure mounts on Brazil's future
Brazil's elimination has sparked an intense debate over the direction of the national team following another disappointing World Cup campaign.
Whether Ancelotti remains in charge is now one of the biggest questions facing Brazilian football, especially after criticism from one of the country's greatest players.
With expectations always sky-high around the five-time world champions, the fallout from the defeat to Norway appears to be just beginning.
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