“EVEN HIS FATHER ABANDONED HIM!” – Endrick again EXCLUDED from the Brazilian national team by Ancelotti, the same one who has already relegated him to Real

It was a bombshell no one saw coming—Carlo Ancelotti, newly appointed as the head coach of the Brazilian national team, has sparked a nationwide controversy after excluding 17-year-old prodigy Endrick from his first squad list. The justification he gave didn’t just raise eyebrows—it lit a firestorm across Brazil’s footballing landscape.

In what many are calling a bizarre twist of irony, Ancelotti said during the press conference:
“I didn’t call him up because his coach last season didn’t give him enough minutes of play.”
But here’s the kicker—Ancelotti himself was Endrick’s coach at Real Madrid just weeks ago.

This statement sent shockwaves through the football community, both in Brazil and beyond. For a coach of Ancelotti’s caliber to essentially criticize his own management of a player left even seasoned journalists stunned. How could he possibly justify ignoring Endrick because of a problem he personally created?

Inside the press room, the reaction was immediate and visceral. Reporters looked at each other in disbelief. A few shook their heads. One prominent journalist was overheard saying,
“It’s like a teacher failing a student, then blaming the school system he himself oversees.”

The press conference quickly spiraled into chaos as reporters fired back with questions and biting commentary. Headlines the next day were merciless:
📰 “Ancelotti Dismisses Endrick – Or Himself?”
📰 “Coach or Comedian? The Farcical Debut of the Seleção’s New Leader”

For many, Ancelotti’s excuse wasn’t just weak—it was seen as a betrayal of Brazil’s next big star. Endrick, often dubbed “the future of the Seleção,” had carried the hopes of millions. After Neymar’s generation, Brazilians were desperate for a new leader to emerge. Endrick, young but brilliant, seemed the perfect candidate. That trust now appears misplaced in the eyes of some fans.

Behind closed doors, the Endrick camp was said to be fuming. While no official statement was made, sources close to his family revealed to a São Paulo news outlet:
“He’s hurt. He’s confused. He thought this was the moment he’d finally be embraced by the national team, not cast aside.”

Former Brazilian stars came to the teenager’s defense swiftly. The legendary Cafu posted a scathing tweet, saying:
“You don’t exile your brightest diamond and then expect the world to take you seriously. If Ancelotti can’t see Endrick’s value now, he may never see it at all.”

Tensions are now running high between Ancelotti and the Brazilian football public. His reign, which was supposed to bring calm and experience, is already on the verge of implosion—before his first competitive match.

Some pundits have even suggested that this decision could signal a deeper issue: an intentional distancing from young players in favor of more experienced but aging talents. One analyst noted,
“It’s as if Ancelotti wants to mold Brazil into a second Real Madrid—safe, slow, and predictable. That’s not the Brazilian way.”

Meanwhile, Endrick continues to shine with Real Madrid Castilla, scoring spectacular goals and building a growing legion of fans who believe in his talent even if his national coach does not. Despite limited game time with the senior squad, the striker has been lethal in front of goal and composed under pressure.

On social media, a wave of support for Endrick is rising. Hashtags like #JusticeForEndrick and #AncelottiOut are trending. Fans are sharing clips of his goals, his interviews, and even emotional tributes, calling for his immediate return to the national fold.

What makes this even more dramatic is the emotional undertone of the situation. Some fans, quoting the article’s sensational title, have taken to saying, “Even his father abandoned him!”—a painful exaggeration, but one that reflects the disappointment of a nation that feels its chosen star is being humiliated on the biggest stage.

Adding fuel to the fire, reports have surfaced that members of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) were not consulted on Ancelotti’s decision to exclude Endrick. Internal rifts are beginning to show, with sources suggesting that some CBF officials fear a disconnect between the new coach and the country’s football culture.

There’s also the issue of public expectation. Ancelotti was brought in not just to win, but to rejuvenate the national team. That means building around the future—not excluding it. Endrick, for better or worse, symbolizes that future. Ignoring him is a choice that could haunt Ancelotti for years.

And now, the countdown begins. The final list for the Copa América will be revealed in a matter of weeks. Will Endrick make the cut? Or will Ancelotti double down on his puzzling rationale?

If Endrick is left out again, Ancelotti will have to face more than just angry journalists. He will have to confront a nation that has fallen in love with a boy he continues to reject. The pressure is mounting. Every missed opportunity, every lackluster performance, every goal scored by Endrick in Madrid will be a dagger to his credibility.

As Brazil gears up for Copa América, one thing is clear: This is no longer just a squad selection issue. It’s a test of vision, of leadership, and of whether Carlo Ancelotti truly understands what Brazil expects from its national team.

Until then, Endrick waits. And so does the rest of Brazil—with growing impatience.