Alisson Becker is about to kick off at the World Cup with Brazil, and the Liverpool man has been speaking ahead of the Selecao's opening fixture against Morocco
08:08, 12 Jun 2026
Liverpool and Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker during a press conference.
Liverpool and Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker during a press conference.(Image: MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP via Getty Images)
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker says Carlo Ancelotti has "completely transformed" Brazil ahead of the World Cup, with the Selecao kicking off their involvement at the tournament this weekend.
Brazil will take on Morocco on Saturday hoping that it is the start of a journey to World Cup glory, with Alisson likely to be the number one in goal. He is confident that his country can perform well in the US, Canada and Mexico, largely because of the manager.
"It is undeniable that the last period was very difficult for us players," the Liverpool man said. "We felt firsthand the difficulties we had, due to several factors.
"Since Ancelotti's arrival, the environment has been transformed. He carries a strong presence and gives us the tranquillity of an environment focused on work, without controversy."
Also in a group with Haiti and Scotland, Brazil is among the favorites for the World Cup. It has Alisson in goal, Gabriel and Marquinhos in defense, and Vinicius Jr and Raphinha in attack.
Alisson believes that Ancelotti is as important as the players, though, with the Italian having a vast amount of experience in managing a star-studded roster from his time with Real Madrid.
Alisson Becker before Brazil vs Panama.
Alisson Becker before Brazil vs Panama.(Image: Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
"He is resilient, humble, and has intelligence in choosing the right words at the right time," Alisson continued.
"He is a great manager. He has a clear idea of football, which facilitates our style of play. These combinations favor the team. I see his joy and gratitude for being the coach of the Selecao.
"He's a multi-champion, but he shows it. You can notice it. We also notice it. He has won everything in football and is here with joy and enthusiasm. His position perhaps has more pressure than being the president of the country, in its levels."
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Also on the Brazil coaching staff is Claudio Taffarel, who previously worked with Alisson at Liverpool too.
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"It's a privilege to work with Taffarel, an idol, inspiration and reference for so many Brazilians who wanted to be a goalkeeper," Alisson said.
"In childhood, it was saying: 'Taffareeel...'. He sustains us in difficult moments, he has left a legacy beyond what he did as a player.
"Perhaps people don't see Taffarel's importance as a goalkeeper coach as much. I've been able to maintain a high level for so long because I have a qualified coach like him."