Casemiro to Lead Brazil Against South Korea
Casemiro will lead Brazil as captain for the 17th time in their friendly match against South Korea on Friday. Under Carlo Ancelotti's management, the experienced midfielder is embracing his leadership role, showcasing his influence both on and off the pitch.
“I like to show it - being the first, being at the gym, setting an example for the younger players...”
Casemiro is set to lead Brazil as captain for the 17th time in the friendly match against South Korea on Friday. Under manager Carlo Ancelotti, Casemiro is embracing his leadership role, both on and off the pitch. With a long history with the team since his debut in 2011, Casemiro returns to the captaincy after a two-year break.
“I believe there are several leaders and ways of leading. Each one leads in their own way. I like to give examples of how to do things - how to arrive, how to be, where to be, and how to work,” Casemiro explained, highlighting his leadership approach. His prior relationship with Ancelotti, whom he worked with at Real Madrid, has also helped establish trust in his leadership abilities.
Casemiro acknowledged that his relationship with Ancelotti, spanning over 10 years, creates a greater affinity between them. He demonstrated his commitment by being the first to arrive at training and setting an example for younger players. This approach reflects his leadership style, which focuses on leading by example.
Casemiro's last outing as Brazil's captain was in October 2023 against Uruguay. However, manager Carlo Ancelotti, who previously coached Casemiro at Real Madrid, has reinstated him as the leader of the young Brazilian squad preparing for the 2026 World Cup.
“I am one of those players who thinks that there are several leaders, several ways of leading. Each one leads in their own way. I like to give more examples of how to do things - how to arrive, how to be, where to be, how to work,” Casemiro explained during a press conference, highlighting his approach to leadership.
Casemiro's prior relationship with coach Carlo Ancelotti, spanning over a decade, has undoubtedly fostered trust and helped establish his leadership role within the team. As he takes on the captain's armband, Casemiro is eager to set an example for his teammates.
“I like to show it - being the first, being at the gym, setting an example for the younger players,” Casemiro said, highlighting his approach to leadership. This approach reflects his experience and maturity, which have been valuable assets for the Brazilian side.
Following the friendly match against South Korea, Brazil will face Japan on Tuesday at Tokyo's Ajinomoto Stadium. This match is part of Ancelotti's preparations for the 2026 World Cup, where he aims to refine his squad and develop a winning strategy.
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