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Ancelotti Makes Seven Changes and Tests 4-3-3 With Raphinha as False 9

The move follows criticism of Brazil’s Townsville display, with the final lineup to be confirmed after Monday’s last training.

Overview

  • Reports from the Sunday training session in Brisbane say Carlo Ancelotti trialed seven changes to the starting XI as a response to a 1-1 draw with Australia.
  • The coach rehearsed a switch from the 4-2-4 used previously to a 4-3-3 formation to give Brazil more balance in midfield.
  • Raphinha was worked in a central false‑9 role that mirrors his position at Barcelona, a tactical experiment intended to use his goal form from the club season.
  • The staff tested Otávio in goal during the session while Hugo Souza’s earlier error in Townsville has left the goalkeeper spot open for selection.
  • Ancelotti will name the official XI after Monday’s final practice ahead of Tuesday’s friendly at Suncorp Stadium and before Brazil’s trip to play India on October 3.