Brazil coach Ancelotti says Vinicius deserves ‘patience’

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has expressed his belief that Vinicius Jr. will regain his best form in due course, despite the forward's sluggish start to the season. While Vinicius has only managed one goal in eight appearances across all competitions for Real Madrid, the Brazilian coach remains confident in the 26-year-old's ability to make a difference for the national team.

In Brazil's recent 4-2 friendly win over Australia, Vinicius contributed to the third goal and scored the fourth from the penalty spot. Ancelotti, who previously coached Vinicius at Real Madrid, praised the forward as a key player for the future and assured that he will be given the patience he deserves. Brazil will next take on India in a friendly match at Kolkata on Saturday.