Brazil’s team honored coach Carlo Ancelotti on his birthday during a training session before the World Cup, with filmmaker Spike Lee in attendance. The entire squad, minus the injured Neymar, welcomed Ancelotti onto the pitch at the New York Red Bulls training facility. Ancelotti, celebrating his 67th birthday, will lead the five-time World Cup champions in their first match against Morocco at the MetLife Stadium.
Filmmaker Lee, 69, made a surprise appearance, expressing his support for Brazil and Neymar. Brazil’s top scorer has been sidelined due to injuries since 2023 and is uncertain for the World Cup due to a calf issue. Lee, a Knicks fan, mentioned he would leave after the practice session to catch the NBA finals game where the New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs.
