Carlo Ancelotti may still struggle against the Portuguese, but the Italian is increasingly comfortable in his role as Brazil coach as he prepares to field an experimental defensive line-up in a friendly with Senegal at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
Nearly six months into his tenure, the ex-Real Madrid boss is adapting to a radically different routine to his club days, trading daily training sessions for more periodic work as he builds to the 2026 World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the US.
The 3-2 defeat to Japan last month was a wake-up call for Ancelotti, whose side had conceded one goal in their first five games ahead of Japan’s second leg in Tokyo.
That defensive collapse when leading 2-0 at half-time has sparked a tactical search, with Real Madrid centre-back Eder Militao set to start at right-back against Senegal as the coach continues to search for reliable full-backs.
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When and where does the international friendly match between Brazil and Senegal start?
Kick-off is at 9:30 PM IST, 4:00 PM local time, at the Emirates Stadium in London on November 15.
How to watch the international friendly between Brazil and Senegal?
There will be no telecast or live streaming of the match in India. You can follow Sports stars for real-time updates.
Predicted XI
Brazil: Ederson; Wesley, Marquinhos, Gabriel, C. Henrique; Casemiro, Guimaraes; Estevao, Paqueta, Rodrygo; Vinicius Jr.
Senegal: E. Menddy; A. Menddy, Kulibyy, Niakhate, Diuof; P. Sarri, Guye; I. Sarre, Night, Man; Jackson.
Published on November 15, 2025
