BREAKING: Carlo Ancelotti Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Tax Fraud
Carlo Ancelotti, head coach of the Brazil national team and former Real Madrid boss, has been sentenced to one year in prison after being found guilty of tax fraud related to undeclared income from image rights.
The verdict was handed down by a Spanish court, which ruled that Ancelotti failed to properly disclose revenue from image rights during his tenure at Real Madrid in 2014.
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⚖️ Details of the Case
Offense: Hiding income derived from image rights.
Year involved: 2014, during his first spell as Real Madrid manager.
Court ruling: Guilty of tax evasion; sentenced to one year in prison.
Legal outcome: As is common with first-time, non-violent offenses in Spain, the sentence is likely to be suspended, meaning Ancelotti may not serve jail time but will still carry a criminal record.
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🧾 What It Means for Brazil
Ancelotti, who officially began his duties as Brazil’s head coach, could face scrutiny from both football authorities and fans ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has not released an official statement at this time.
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📌 Background
Carlo Ancelotti is one of the most decorated managers in football history, with an illustrious career that includes Champions League triumphs with AC Milan and Real Madrid, and domestic titles across Italy, England, France, Germany, and Spain.
However, this legal setback could cast a shadow over his otherwise stellar reputation.
