Estevão reveals Ancelotti’s joke about driving license in the Brazilian team
Estevão, Chelsea striker called up by the Brazilian national team, revealed a mild episode involving coach Carlo Ancelotti during training camp in São Paulo. The 18-year-old player needed to take his practical driving test before traveling to Europe and asked the Italian commander for permission. Ancelotti not only released the young man but also waited for him at the CT door to find out the result.
Upon returning approved, Estevão was surprised by the coach announcing the news to the entire squad during lunch. The attitude generated laughter among the athletes and went viral among European fans on social media. The story reinforces Ancelotti’s reputation for creating a relaxed atmosphere even during periods of official matches.
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The case occurred during the last FIFA date in October, when Brazil faced Chile and Peru. Estevão scored three goals in both games and became the team’s top scorer under Ancelotti.
The young man needed to resolve his driver’s license issue before returning to Chelsea. He asked the technician to quickly excuse himself to take the practical exam at the Detran in São Paulo.
Ancelotti authorized it immediately and showed personal interest in the result.
Reaction went viral in Europe
The interview given by Estevão to Sky Sports Italia quickly resonated with European fans and journalists. Many highlighted the human side of the 66-year-old Italian coach.
- “This is why Ancelotti is unique. Xabi Alonso wouldn’t do that,” wrote a Spanish user.
- “Ancelotti passed the true test: that of being human”, commented an Italian.
- “Only Don can turn a driver’s license into a selection celebration,” said another follower.
The story gained thousands of interactions within hours of publishing the interview excerpt.
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History of close relationships with young people
Ancelotti maintains a tradition of getting closer to younger athletes since his days at Milan and Real Madrid. At the Spanish club, the Italian used to organize dinners with the base players.
At Chelsea, Estevão had already publicly praised the team’s coach’s style. The striker stated that Ancelotti speaks individually with each squad member.
The attitude reinforces the light atmosphere that the Italian tries to implement despite the pressure of the qualifiers.
Estevão’s performance in the national team
The 18-year-old player has three goals in four games for the senior team. He was a starter in the last two rounds of the qualifiers.
- Against Chile: goal and assist in the 3-1 victory.
- Against Peru: two goals in a 2-2 draw.
- Total: three goals and one assist in 285 minutes.
The numbers place the striker as Brazil’s main offensive highlight under Ancelotti’s command.
Brazil’s upcoming commitments
The team faces Colombia this Saturday and Argentina on Tuesday (18), in the last round of 2025 qualifiers. Brazil occupies fourth place with 18 points from 12 games.
Ancelotti should keep Estevão among the starters for the clash in Barranquilla. The Italian coach is looking for his first away win since taking charge.
