Brazil could only muster a lackluster 0–0 draw with Ecuador in Carlo Ancelotti's first match in charge.

As soon as Ancelotti bid farewell to the Spanish capital , he immediately traveled to South America and got to work with the Seleção. The winningest manager in Real Madrid history was tasked with restoring a floundering Brazil national team to its former glory.

Ancelotti's first test as Brazil's new manager came against Ecuador without the injured Rodrygo and the suspended Raphinha . The 65-year-old instead relied on 18-year-old Estêvão to play alongside Richarlison and Vinícius Júnior. The Chelsea -bound winger showed glimpses of skill on the ball in the first half, but he, like his teammates, could not find the quality necessary to test Gonzalo Valle between the posts.

W

See Full Page