Carlo Ancelotti’s second game in charge of Brazil comes against a Paraguay side that has not suffered a defeat in over a year.
Just five days ago, Brazil began the Ancelotti era with a disappointing goalless draw against Ecuador. The Seleção managed just two shots on target and could not improve their fourth-place position in the CONMEBOL 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying standings.
Paraguay, on the other hand, are coming off an impressive 2–0 victory over Uruguay. La Albirroja are unbeaten in their last nine matches and now sit two points ahead of Brazil in the standings.
Both teams will be eager to collect three points in Tuesday’s clash to improve their chances of officially punching their tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brazil will be especially eager to collect all three points and get Ancelotti his first win as the Seleção’s new manager.
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