Brazil has officially parted ways with head coach Dorival Jr. following a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Argentina in World Cup qualifying. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed the decision, which comes after Brazil’s heaviest loss ever in qualifying history, intensifying scrutiny over Dorival’s performance since his appointment in January 2024.
The CBF expressed gratitude to Dorival for his contributions but noted there were concerns regarding the team’s lack of progress, particularly after a underwhelming Copa America campaign last year. Under his leadership, Brazil secured only seven wins in 16 matches, a record that failed to satisfy the expectations of Brazil’s passionate fanbase.
Dorival Jr. previously achieved success with Flamengo, winning the Copa Libertadores and Brazilian Cup in 2022, yet he struggled to replicate that success at the national level. CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues, after assessing the aftermath of the team’s latest loss, opted to make a change ahead of critical qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay in June.
This coaching change comes at a pivotal time for Brazil, who currently sit in fourth place in the CONMEBOL standings, trailing behind Argentina, who lead with significant momentum. With upcoming matches, there is a hopeful anticipation that a new head coach could invigorate the team and steer them toward better outcomes in the remaining qualifiers.
In light of this recent development, there’s a chance for Brazil to regroup and possibly strengthen their squad for the next phase, igniting hopes among fans for a turnaround in performance as they aim for a successful qualifying campaign.
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