Zlatan Ibrahimovic has suggested that Carlo Ancelotti could show the Brazilian players a different side to his personality.
Ancelotti is not only an all-time great manager but also one of the coolest characters in professional football.
He can inspire his players to deliver world-class performances without having to scream or shout on the touchline.
However, the 67-year-old must have been very disappointed with Brazil’s performance in their 1-1 draw with Morocco.
Perhaps Ancelotti will show his passion and frustration to the Brazilian players ahead of their next game.
What Zlatan Ibrahimovic said about Carlo Ancelotti’s ‘dark side’
Brazil were outplayed for the majority of their Group C match against Morocco, with Vinicius Junior’s solo goal earning a draw.
Ancelotti’s side failed to create many chances in attack, were outmatched in midfield, and looked fragmented at the back.
It was an underwhelming performance from one of the leading contenders to win the World Cup.
Ibrahimovic’s Ancelotti story now suggests that the Brazil manager may unleash his “dark side” over the coming days.
The Swedish forward played under Ancelotti at Paris Saint-Germain in the 2012/13 season, so he spoke from experience.
“I remember after one game, he was not happy with the team, and I was sitting, and he kicked a box that hit my forehead,” Ibrahimovic said.
“I was surprised because nobody does that to me. But Carlo did it, so he has a dark side, which I liked because that’s what triggered [me].”
Brazil are still in a strong position to qualify from Group C, with two matches remaining against Scotland and Haiti.
Victories against both teams would likely mean that first place is decided between Brazil and Morocco on goal difference.
If Ancelotti’s team can top the group, they could eventually meet Thomas Tuchel’s England side in a blockbuster quarter-final.
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