
Ancelotti's Brazil secure 2026 FIFA World Cup spot with 1-0 win over Paraguay
CNN World Sport's Amanda Davies discusses Carlo Ancelotti's first win as Seleção coach with Brazil football expert Tom Sanderson.
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