Vinicius Jr says Brazil not 2026 World Cup favourite
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On 27 March 2026, Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti backed his squad and dismissed calls to recall Neymar after a 2-1 friendly defeat to France in the United States. In the build-up, forward Vinicius Jr said Brazil should not be seen as the favourite for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while promising to reproduce his Real Madrid form for the national team. The France match was treated by both sides as a World Cup-style test ahead of the tournament in North America.
Reported Facts
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- •Brazil lost 2-1 to France in a friendly played in the United States on 26 March 2026.
- •Kylian Mbappé scored for France in that match despite his team being reduced to 10 men.
- •Carlo Ancelotti publicly rejected calls to bring Neymar back into the Brazil squad after the loss to France.
- •Ancelotti stated he has confidence in the current Brazil squad as it prepares for the 2026 World Cup.
- •Vinicius Jr said Brazil should not be considered the favourite to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- •Vinicius Jr pledged to replicate his Real Madrid performances when playing for Brazil at the tournament.
- •The Brazil–France game was described as a World Cup-style friendly and part of the final preparation phase for both teams.
- •The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in North America, with Brazil and France among the leading contenders.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Vinicius Jr maintains his Real Madrid form for Brazil at the 2026 World Cup Brazil could outperform current expectations and advance deep into the tournament, affecting rivals like France and Argentina.
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Primary Sources (13)
WESTFrance24 - World (EN)Football : France and Brazil face off in a World Cup-style friendlyCNChannel News AsiaVinicius Jr eager to replicate Real Madrid success with Brazil ahead of World CupMEDaily SabahAncelotti backs Brazil squad, spurns Neymar calls after France lossMEAsharq Al-Awsat (EN)Ancelotti Shrugs off Neymar Chants After Brazil Lose to France