Ricardo Kaká Ready to Join Brazil’s Coaching Staff Under Ancelotti

According to Cazé TV, former Brazilian star Ricardo Kaká has confirmed his readiness to join the Brazilian national team’s coaching staff, which will soon be led by Carlo Ancelotti.

The 2007 Ballon d’Or winner, who earned 92 caps for Brazil, has been steadily preparing for a transition into coaching since retiring in 2017. He has taken sports management courses at Harvard and pursued coaching licenses through the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).

“If the team thinks I can help in some way, I think that at this moment, I am ready. I am prepared,” said Kaká.

Ancelotti to lead Brazil after Real Madrid tenure

Carlo Ancelotti, once Kaká’s coach at AC Milan and Real Madrid, is set to make history as Brazil’s first-ever foreign head coach. He will officially take over after completing his commitments with Real Madrid.

His first assignment with Brazil will be a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.

Brazil targets World Cup qualification

Currently, Brazil sits fourth in the CONMEBOL standings for World Cup qualification. The top six teams from the South American region will automatically qualify for the 2026 World Cup, set to begin in 14 months.