Davide Ancelotti, the son of Carlo Ancelotti, was dismissed by Botafogo just 5 months after taking over as the head coach of the team.

Davide Ancelotti, the son of the famous coach Carlo Ancelotti, has been dismissed by Botafogo after an experience of 33 matches as head coach, in which he recorded 15 wins, 10 draws, and 8 losses. The club finished the Brazilian championship in sixth place, 16 points behind the champion Flamengo. Although he had a contract until 2026, the management decided to release him, thanking him for the professionalism shown. The new coaching staff will be announced soon.

Meanwhile, his father, Carlo Ancelotti, is in advanced discussions to extend his contract with the Brazilian national team, wishing to remain at the helm until 2030. Brazil will participate in the 2026 World Cup, being placed in Group C alongside Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti.