"It is an honor to lead the best national team in the world". Thus began Carlo Ancelotti, introduced as Seleçao's coach after landing in Rio de Janeiro on Monday morning. "I have a lot of confidence that Brazil will return to graduate as champions, we will do a thorough job. I've always had a special bond with this country, I've coached more than 30 Brazilian players, Ronaldo, Rivaldo, Kaka, and I'm not forgetting the last ones like Rodrygo or Endrick". Leaving Real Madrid, the Italian coach must revive Brazil, which has not won the World Cup since 2002. At 65, Europe's most successful coach (5 Champions won between Milan and Real Madrid) will lead a national team for the first time. He will be the first foreign coach in 60 years for Brazil, which will guarantee him 10 million until 2026. But the mission does not seem to scare him: "I thank the federation for bringing me here and Real Madrid for giving me this opportunity. The challenge is very big". Ancelotti's Brazil stars will be Vinicius, with him in Madrid, and Raphinha. Debut will be in Ecuador on June 6, while the first home match is scheduled on June 11 in São Paulo at Corinthians' stadium in Itaquera.