Ancelotti: Militao can play in any position; Esteban’s talent is surprising

Hupu News November 15th: In a friendly match, Brazil defeated Senegal 2-0. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti attended the post-match press conference.

About this game

"This was a very exciting game. We made sacrifices on the defensive end and stayed focused. I like the work done by the team, that spirit of sacrifice, and the concept of the game we want to play - high quality, focused defense, and all the players performed very well. In the first half, we exerted a lot of pressure, and in the second half, we controlled the rhythm more because it was not as high as the first half. The individual abilities of the frontcourt players ultimately played a role. "

About Militao playing right back

"I think the combination of Militao and Esteban on the right is very good. I think Militao is at a very good level now, both physically and mentally. Two years of almost no football has made him mature a lot mentally. With his current state, he can play very well as a right back, and the team's overall defense is also very solid."

About the front four

"Cunha's position is very important because he can help the team organize and advance between the midfielder and the forward. With him, the three players in the frontcourt can complete a very wonderful cooperation. Vinicius can exchange positions with Rodrygo, they are very used to playing like this; and Esteban has shown incredible talent on the right. It is really surprising to see such a young player with such talent. He handles the ball very accurately and has great impact. With With him, Brazil’s future is guaranteed.”

About Brazil

“This needs to take into account the characteristics of the players. We have Cunha and Joao Pedro... Of course we can use a center. I think this arrangement is a good choice now. "

"The forward who can do this is Roque. He did a good job in Palmeiras. "

What is the most satisfying and dissatisfied part of the game?

"We played very well in the first half, with high pressure and aggressiveness. We could do better in the second half. We did a good job defending in the low post and used transition to threaten, but sometimes we advanced too quickly and could have better controlled the rhythm of the game. But this also reflects the characteristics of our frontcourt players."

Will the lineup be adjusted in Tuesday's game?

"We will train tomorrow, and there will be a training session on Monday. I will not risk playing players who are physically tired. The current idea is not to make too many adjustments to today's lineup."

About the core framework of the World Cup

"In fact, before today's game, I have already determined the central axis of the team. If you want me to say...no, I won't say it (laughing). As the World Cup approaches, everything is becoming clearer. I mentioned it before The October international break is the final test period, and it will be a straight sprint to the World Cup from now on. "

About Esteban

"He is a person who is not at all his age, very mature. Of course, he still has a lot to improve, but that is not a matter of talent - the most important thing is that he cannot be satisfied with his current self, because he can get better in the future."source:ty so truc tuyen 7m cn