Barcelona’s talented winger has received his first-ever call-up to the Brazil national team by new head coach Carlo Ancelotti. This marks an exciting new chapter for the young star as he prepares to represent his country on the international stage.
Barcelona Star Called Up for World Cup Qualifiers After Amazing Season
Ancelotti Takes Over as Brazil’s New Coach
Famous Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti has officially started his job as the new manager of Brazil’s national football team. One of his first big tasks is to prepare the team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
To begin this new chapter, Ancelotti announced his first Brazil squad list. The team will play against Ecuador and Paraguay in the upcoming World Cup qualifying matches.
Barcelona’s Raphinha Gets the Call
One of the biggest names in the squad is Raphinha, the talented winger who plays for FC Barcelona. Not only has he been selected, but he’s also expected to be a key player for Brazil going forward.
Raphinha had an amazing season with Barcelona. He played 57 matches across all competitions and scored 34 goals while also giving 25 assists. That’s a total of 59 goal contributions a very impressive number.
His strong performances helped Barcelona win the domestic treble this season, which includes:
- La Liga title
- Copa del Rey
- Spanish Super Cup
Because of this incredible form, Raphinha is being talked about as a possible Ballon d’Or nominee—an award given to the best football player in the world.
Raphinha Could Lead Brazil’s Attack
Raphinha is 28 years old and one of the most experienced players in the Brazil squad now. He is also seen as a leader, not just a skilled winger. At Barcelona, he was given the captain’s armband, and Ancelotti may look to him for leadership in the Brazil team as well.
He has also been nominated for the La Liga Player of the Season award, showing how important he has been to Barcelona.
Now, fans are excited to see if he can bring the same kind of energy and performance to the Brazil national team.
Brazil Ready for World Cup Challenge
With Ancelotti in charge, Brazil is hoping for a fresh start after some difficult results in recent years. The team has always had great players, but now they are focused on building a strong and united squad for the future.
The first two matches under Ancelotti’s leadership are:
- Brazil vs. Ecuador
- Brazil vs. Paraguay
These are important matches for the World Cup qualifiers, and the team will need top players like Raphinha to play well.
Ancelotti is known for getting the best out of his players. He has won major trophies with top clubs like Real Madrid, AC Milan, and Chelsea. Now, he wants to bring that same winning spirit to Brazil.
A New Beginning for Brazil and Raphinha
This is not just a big moment for Carlo Ancelotti—it’s also a huge opportunity for Raphinha. After shining in club football, the winger now has the chance to become a superstar for his country.
If he plays well in these qualifiers, it could be the start of a special journey for him with Brazil, leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Fans of both Brazil and Barcelona will be watching closely to see how Raphinha performs. Can he help Brazil return to the top of world football? Time will tell.
