Romario calls for Ancelotti's resignation

Romario called for Ancelotti's resignation after Brazil lost 3-2 to Japan in a friendly, saying the coach belongs in club football, not international management.

Legendary Brazilian forward Romario demanded Carlo Ancelotti's resignation as Brazil manager following a 3-2 friendly defeat to Japan in Singapore. Romario, now a senator, posted on social media: "Ancelotti, that's enough! Pack your things and go," acknowledging Ancelotti as one of world football's great coaches but arguing his talents are suited to club football, not the national team.

Romario urged CBF president Samir Xaúd to show "the courage to make a decision," warning that Brazil cannot afford further embarrassment ahead of the next World Cup. Japan won with a stoppage-time goal, only the second time in history they have beaten Brazil.

Ancelotti was sent off during the match for persistently arguing with the referee. The coach, hired in 2025 and contracted until 2030, has faced criticism since Brazil's elimination by Norway in the World Cup knockout stage earlier this year.