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Ancelotti Tests 4-2-4 Formation as Brazil Prepare in Singapore

Golazo Newsroom · Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 11:02

Ancelotti Tests 4-2-4 Formation as Brazil Prepare in Singapore
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  • Bruno Guimarães returns to full training with the national squad.
  • Rayan joins the attack alongside Vini Jr, Raphinha, and Estevão.
  • Manager Carlo Ancelotti trials a 4-2-4 system at Jalan Besar Stadium.

During a training session at the Jalan Besar Stadium in Singapore, Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti worked with his full squad for the first time. The session featured a tactical shift as the coach experimented with a 4-2-4 formation. Bruno Guimarães returned to normal training activities, anchoring the midfield alongside Andrey Santos.

In the offensive line, young forward Rayan was integrated into a front four that included Vinícius Júnior, Raphinha, and Estevão as they seek more opportunities. The defensive unit tested during the activity consisted of Wesley, Jair, Gabriel Magalhães, and Douglas Santos.

Data source: ge, Foto: Bryan Berlin / CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Updated Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 11:02

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