Ancelotti claims Alex Ferguson is the only coach qualified to give him advice

Carlo Ancelotti said Sir Alex Ferguson is the only coach qualified to offer him advice after criticism of his decisions at the 2026 World Cup. Speaking in an interview with Folha de Sao Paulo in Brazil, Ancelotti responded to claims from some supporters that his tactical level had surprised them following Brazil’s 2-1 last-gasp win over Japan in the round of 32. Brazil advanced to the round of 16 after finishing first in their group ahead of Morocco, the 2022 semi-finalists, despite an opening 1-1 draw that sparked scrutiny. Critics questioned selections including the call to take a half-injured 34-year-old Neymar and leaving Endrick out of the starting XI. Ancelotti argued he prepares more than 1,400 matches and said only Ferguson, with over 2,000 games in charge, would be better placed to judge him.