Brazil Coach Ancelotti Confirms End of Neymar, Casemiro, Danilo International Careers
Following Brazil's round-of-16 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup—their earliest elimination since 1990—head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that veterans Neymar, Casemiro, and Danilo will no longer play for the national team. Ancelotti stated the tournament marked the end of a generation of over-30 players, signaling a major squad overhaul. He plans to build a new team ahead of the 2028 Copa America, though defender Marquinhos will remain for continuity. Neymar and Casemiro have also publicly stated their international careers are over.
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Brazil: Ancelotti Confirms International Retirements of Neymar, Danilo, and Casemiro
Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that three veteran players from the 2026 World Cup squad are retiring from international football. Neymar, who had already indicated his decision two days prior, is joined by Danilo and Casemiro in stepping away from the Seleção. Ancelotti stated that the World Cup marked the end of a generation of important players over 30 years old. However, he emphasized that defender Marquinhos will remain part of the team's future plans. The announcement signals a significant generational shift for Brazil as they prepare for upcoming international fixtures.
Casemiro's International Retirement Confirmed by Brazil Coach Carlo Ancelotti
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that midfielder Casemiro will not play for his country again, following Brazil's round-of-16 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ancelotti stated that the tournament marked the end of the international careers for Casemiro, Neymar, and Danilo, as a new generation of players will take over. Casemiro, 34, retires from international football with 91 caps and 10 goals for Brazil, having represented the country at three World Cups and four Copa America tournaments. His biggest international success came in 2019 when Brazil won the Copa America on home soil. Casemiro previously enjoyed a storied club career, winning five UEFA Champions League titles and three La Liga crowns with Real Madrid before moving to Manchester United in 2022. After being released by United in 2026, he joined Inter Miami as a free agent and will now focus on his club career.
Casemiro's International Retirement Confirmed by Brazil Coach Carlo Ancelotti
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that midfielder Casemiro will no longer play for the national team, following Brazil's round-of-16 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ancelotti stated that the World Cup marked the end of the international careers of Casemiro, Neymar, and Danilo, as a new generation of players takes over. Casemiro, 34, earned 91 caps and scored 10 goals for Brazil, representing the country at three World Cups and four Copa America tournaments. His biggest international success came in 2019 when Brazil won the Copa America on home soil. Casemiro previously enjoyed a storied club career, winning five UEFA Champions League titles and three La Liga crowns with Real Madrid, before moving to Manchester United in 2022. After four seasons at Old Trafford, he was released and subsequently joined Inter Miami as a free agent. He has already made his debut for the MLS club and will now focus entirely on his club career.
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Carlo Ancelotti confirms end of Brazil careers for Neymar, Casemiro
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that veteran players Neymar, Casemiro, and Danilo will not play for the national team again following Brazil's disappointing round-of-16 exit at the 2026 World Cup, their earliest elimination since 1990. Ancelotti stated that the tournament marks the end of a generation of over-30 players and that he intends to bring in a new generation, with the immediate goal being the 2028 Copa America. Neymar, who made his first national team appearance since October 2023 during the tournament, has publicly stated that his time with the Seleção is over after 130 caps. Ancelotti indicated he will retain some senior players like Marquinhos for continuity but emphasized major squad changes are coming.
Carlo Ancelotti confirms end of Brazil careers for Neymar, Casemiro
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that veterans Neymar, Casemiro, and Danilo will not play for the national team again following Brazil's disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign, where they were eliminated in the round of 16 by Norway. Ancelotti stated the tournament marks the end of a generation of over-30 players and that he intends to bring in a new generation, with the immediate goal being the 2028 Copa America. Neymar, who made his first national team appearance since October 2023 during the World Cup, has also publicly stated his international career is over. Ancelotti indicated he will retain some senior players like Marquinhos for continuity but emphasized major squad changes are coming.
Carlo Ancelotti confirms end of Brazil careers for Neymar, Casemiro
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that veteran players Neymar, Casemiro, and Danilo will not play for the national team again following Brazil's disappointing round-of-16 exit at the 2026 World Cup, their earliest elimination since 1990. Ancelotti stated that the tournament marked the end of a generation of over-30 players and that he intends to bring in a new generation, with the immediate goal being the 2028 Copa America. Neymar, who made only 15 appearances for Santos before the World Cup due to injury, reiterated that his time with the national team is over. Ancelotti said he will retain some senior players like Marquinhos for continuity but emphasized major squad changes are coming.