Cafu, the captain of Brazil's 2002 World Cup-winning team, made his comments during a speech in Goiânia. He praised Ancelotti's work, stating that it was 'maravilhoso', despite the challenges faced by the team, including several key players being absent due to injuries. The Seleção had several problems with injuries, with important players missing from the Copa call-up. Cafu believes that the team needs time and trust to allow Ancelotti to do his job effectively. He is projecting a cycle for 2030 and is confident that with patience and calmness, the team can achieve success in the future. The Seleção will have the opportunity to do an excellent work and search for the title in four years.
Cafu defends Ancelotti ahead of Brazil's friendly against Australia
Globo Esporte Futebol reports that Cafu has come to the defence of coach Carlo Ancelotti, praising his work as 'maravilhoso' and calling for patience and calmness as the Seleção looks to the 2030 World Cup.
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