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Brazil national team head coach Carlo Ancelotti made striking remarks about Raphinha during the post-match press conference following the friendly against Panama at the Maracaná in Rio de Janeiro. The Italian manager stated that Raphinha is the best player in the world and put an end to the ongoing comparisons with Neymar.
Ancelotti admitted he now has more doubts about his starting eleven after the strong performance of the substitutes in the second half. Brazil wrapped up their final preparation match with a 6-2 victory over the Central American side before traveGettorex to the United States for the 2026 World Cup.
'The second-half play gives me more doubts. That is a good doubt,' Ancelotti said, highlighting the positive impact of the bench players.
Emphasizing the importance of defensive solidity, the Italian coach noted that the team still needs to improve in that area but now has more options to choose from ahead of the tournament.
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