But before those two fixtures, Ancelotti was pictured enjoying some downtime at another Brazilian staple: Rio Carnival. Ancelotti's managerial style has endeared him to many wherever he has been and that appears to be the case once more during his appearance at Rio Carnival. As well as some famous locals, the former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager was later seen taking in Rio Carnival with his wife Mariann Barrena McClay. His appearance at Rio Carnival did go viral too after an AI image was created to depict Ancelotti sharing a fake four-way kiss with three women. Ancelotti officially began work as Brazil head coach on May 26, 2025 and his current contract expires at the end of the World Cup.

Source: Daily Mail February 16, 2026 13:02 UTC