Did Ancelotti deceive? It has been revealed whether Neymar started for Brazil in the World Cup match
Ancelotti's tactical mind games
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Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Before the crucial Round of 16 World Cup clash between Brazil and Norway, a surprising personnel decision by Carlo Ancelotti came to light.
Details: The head coach of the Seleção left his brightest star, Neymar, on the bench, despite previously hinting publicly at the player's key role in the upcoming fixture.
The intrigue surrounding this decision was especially intense, as Ancelotti had repeatedly emphasized his intention to pair Neymar with Vinícius Júnior up front.
It's anyone's guess what drove such a choice: tactical caution, physical readiness, or an attempt to stun the Norwegian team in the latter stages of the match.
Reminder: Carlo Ancelotti shared an update on Raphinha's current condition.
