Rio De Janeiro, July 15 -- Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has hailed the performances of the country's clubs and individual players at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.
The Italian said he was impressed by Fluminense while also praising the feats of Palmeiras, Flamengo and Botafogo, saying they showed Brazilian teams could challenge Europe's best.
"Fluminense had a great campaign, reaching the semifinals, and Botafogo beat PSG," Ancelotti
told the Brazilian Football Confederation's official website.
"Palmeiras and Flamengo also proved they can compete with the best European teams," he added.
Brazilian players also caught the attention of the 66-year-old, who was appointed Brazil manager in May after leaving Real Madrid....