Ancelotti: Vinny&&Rodrigo can play at the same time; there will be no forced change of player positions

Hupu News on November 14: Brazil will play against Senegal in a friendly match at 00:00 on November 16. Brazilian national team coach Ancelotti attended the pre-match press conference on Friday, emphasizing that solid defense is the most basic link in the World Cup, and talked about the coexistence of Vinicius and Rodrygo, as well as previous individual conversations with Vinicius.

Emphasizing that a solid defense line will be the decisive factor in the World Cup

"The team that Brazil won the penultimate World Cup focused on defense. I remember it was the 1994 World Cup. That team was very solid, with two four-man defense lines, and Romario and Bebeto in front to decide the game. Although I didn't like the way the team played at that time. Law, but it turns out that that pragmatic style and organized defense were the keys to winning that World Cup."

"So in the next World Cup, this will be very important: only solid defense can allow talented players to determine the game. "Good defense is the most basic link."

Will you adopt more cautious tactics against Senegal?

"All I can say is that we will keep the system we used against South Korea. I think every time we use the two-forward formation, it works well."

"The current formation works because we have strong players in the frontcourt. But we can't rule out some less offensive, But the defensive formation in the backcourt is more solid. "

About the opponent Senegal

"Senegal is an excellent team and their playing style is more direct."

Evaluation progress of the final 26-man World Cup squad

"There are still 6 months until the World Cup. . There may be injuries, there may be a decline in form. My thoughts on the final lineup are very clear. "

"The coaching staff will have to look at the quality of the players to make the final decision. 26 people in the Cup is a very difficult thing."

About the current work progress

"We must continue to learn and improve to prepare for the World Cup. But at the same time, we also clearly remember the mistakes we have made. It is OK to make mistakes now. Accepted, but in the World Cup, if you make a mistake, you will go home."

On the possibility of Vinicius and Rodrigo playing at the same time

"They can certainly do it because they are used to this combination at Real Madrid. I see them in good shape. Very focused and in excellent physical condition. I believe they can contribute a lot to the national team."

was photographed talking to Vinicius alone during training a few days ago.

"I have to communicate with all the players to understand their thoughts as well. You need to ask them, too. It's very important to talk to them and know what they think."

On whether to force a change in the player's position

"I will not force the players to play in a position they are not willing to play. As for Vinicius, we did not have that conversation. It's about the position, but something more personal, not tactical."

Talking about the atmosphere of the national team

"The atmosphere is very good, and it is a pleasure to work in such a positive environment, which helps the team reach its best level."