‘Never a friendly game’ for Brazil, says Ancelotti ahead of India match

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said the five-time world champions take their friendly against India next week very seriously, insisting there is “never a friendly game” for them, according to media reports Wednesday.
Brazil, ranked fifth in the world and boasting stars including Vinicius Junior, will face India in Kolkata on October 3 — their first senior men’s international in the country where football enjoys a passionate following despite cricket’s overwhelming popularity.
The visit will offer a rare opportunity for local fans to see one of football’s most celebrated teams in action.
“Brazil has supporters in every corner of the world,” Ancelotti was quoted as saying by daily The T...