Before the friendly match against Croatia, the Brazilian national team coach Ancelotti attended the press conference.
"We are on the right path, at the right stage. Obviously, we need to improve, but it's a process, and we need to remain calm and composed. I have clearly defined the starting lineup for the first game and I also know the framework of the final squad list (to be announced on May 18). We have a very clear idea of what we want to do at the World Cup."
Speaking of Danilo
"Danilo will definitely be in the final squad list. With his character, personality, and importance as a player - he can play in all back positions."
Talking about this month's games
"The goal of the matches against France and Croatia is to examine the starting lineup. But this lineup was unable to play due to multiple injuries. We feel good about the players' performance, which will intensify the competition for the squad list. The purpose of these games is not to do tests, but to examine the principal players. We need to find other options, but the overall process is correct. Criticism is normal. I am very clear that the result is the most important, but for us, the most important result is the performance in the first World Cup match."
Will Brazil adopt a pragmatic approach at the World Cup
"Of course, we are prepared. Brazil's last two titles (1994 and 2002) were based on the perfect combination of talent and defense. History makes it very clear: if Brazil wants to win, it must have talent - we have it, and also have a good defense. There is no other way. I do not agree with playing only attacking football."