Carlo Ancelotti says first Brazil match was ‘special’ despite goalless draw

The 0-0 draw keeps Brazil in fourth spot in the South America World Cup qualification standings.

Carlo Ancelotti during Brazil’s 0-0 draw at Ecuador (Dolores Ochoa/AP/PA)

Brazil were held to a goalless draw away to Ecuador in Carlo Ancelotti’s first match in charge but the Italian still described his international debut as a manager as a “special” gift.

Clear-cut chances were limited during a lacklustre 90 minutes at Estadio Monumental with Brazil only able to manage two shots on target.