New Delhi, Sept 23, 2026 (AFP) - 'Never a friendly game' for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match

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2026-09-23

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the five-time world champions take their friendly against India next week very seriously, insisting there is "never a friendly game" for them, according to media reports Wednesday. Brazil, ranked fifth in the world and boasting stars including Vinicius Junior, will face India in Kolkata on October 3 -- their first senior men's international in the country where football enjoys a passionate following despite crick......

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