Endrick unlikely to start as Brazil target World Cup win over Haiti Brazil’s head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Real Madrid forward Endrick will not start in Saturday’s World Cup Group C match against Haiti. The decision comes after Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Morocco in their tournament opener, a result that drew criticism for the team’s lack of creativity and attacking effectiveness. Ancelotti, who faced scrutiny after the stalemate, reiterated his confidence in Endrick’s potential while maintaining his stance on the player’s role in the match. Endrick, 19, featured under Ancelotti at Real Madrid and has scored four goals already for his nation, but is not in line to start against Haiti. Ancelotti told a press conference: “I’ll bring Endrick on at the right moment. We’ll have to wait a little while.” He praised the young forward as “an extraordinary talent” and emphasized Brazil’s commitment to utilizing his abilities in the tournament. The match against Haiti, set for Philadelphia, represents a key opportunity for Brazil to rebound from their opening-day draw. Ancelotti’s comments followed a press conference where he discussed the team’s performance against Morocco. The 1-1 result, which saw Brazil’s attackers struggle to create chances, prompted calls for tactical improvements. Ancelotti acknowledged the disappointment but framed the outcome as a necessary learning experience. “The result against Morocco wasn’t good, but we need to offer constructive criticism,” he said. “You don’t win the World Cup in the first match. We have to find a solution.” He highlighted the team’s focus on self-improvement, noting that players had engaged in “positive self-criticism” and that the coaching staff had been working to address the issues. Haiti, ranked 85th in the world, will be the underdogs in this encounter.#carlo_ancelotti #endrick #brazil #haiti #world_cup_group_c
