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Tactical battle
Confirm Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil coachThe possibility of the joint participation of Vinicius Junior and Neymar da Silva in the attack line of Samba.
These statements were made during Ancelotti’s press conference, talking about the upcoming confrontation against the Norwegian team. In the 16th round of the AA-2026.
The coach spoke about the replacement of Lucas Paqueta, saying: “I don’t have a player of the same quality as Lucas, but I have to think about another player… We have others with different qualities and we have to see that based on the game we want to present tomorrow.”
On how to deal with Holland’s danger, the Italian coach answered: “We are focused on preparing for the match and will take Holland’s chances into account. Everyone knows Erling and I don’t have to explain to my defenders how he plays, they know him better than I do because they have met him many times.
Regarding the tactical drawing and plans to face Norway, he answered with a laugh. “Sorry, but I’m not going to talk about strategy here. Vinicius does a lot of damage on the fringes… and deep. He is a constant threat.”
“Norway is a complex and organized team. We are playing with confidence because we are coming off a major qualifier with Japan and because we want to improve… and because we are ready. Verde… You suffer because all opponents are difficult.”
Ancelotti has denied that there is a specific plan to stop the Norwegian striker, saying: “There is no plan against Holland. I don’t have to explain how to defend or play against him because both players have played against him many times.
Ancelotti commented on the strengths of the Norwegian team. “They have a team that has a lot of attacking quality. It’s a cohesive and balanced team… and an attacking one too. It’s hard to look for quick attacking moves because they control the midfield well.”
The coach said about the physical intensity expected in the game. “The team is in good shape and strong… but I don’t think the match will be decided by physicality, although that will be important too.”
Regarding the inclusion of Gabriel Martinelli, Ancelotti explained: “This is an aspect we have to take into account. Martinelli doesn’t have the same defensive qualities as Danilo… but it’s important that we have players with different qualities.”
Ancelotti concluded his remarks by talking about the pairing of Vinicius and Neymar, saying: “They can play together. I believe they will.”
