Dorival Junior is no longer the head coach of Brazil`s national team. This decision comes after Brazil`s disappointing 4-1 defeat to Argentina in a World Cup qualifying match. This is the most goals Brazil has ever conceded in a qualifying game. While Brazil is currently in fourth place in the qualifying standings, their chances of missing the World Cup are becoming a concern, as they are only seven points ahead of Bolivia.
Brazil, a nation with high expectations in football, last won the World Cup in 1994 in the United States. Despite not reaching a World Cup final since 2002, expectations remain high. Dorival Junior`s departure means Brazil will be looking for their third coach since the 2022 World Cup, following Tite`s resignation.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced Dorival Júnior`s dismissal in a statement, thanking him for his service and wishing him well in the future. The CBF has begun the process of finding a replacement.
This decision to part ways was made after a meeting between CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues and Dorival Junior. It is speculated that this move could be a step towards hiring Carlo Ancelotti, whom the CBF has previously attempted to recruit.
Other potential candidates for the coaching position include Flamengo`s manager, Felipe Luis. Flamengo president Luiz Eduardo Baptista has commented on the possibility of Luis taking the Brazil job, suggesting that it might not be the right time for him to take on such a role given his career stage.
Despite recent setbacks, the Brazilian squad possesses enough talent to improve. The priority now is to appoint a new coach before their next match against Ecuador in June. With the next World Cup just over a year away, Brazil faces a critical period of rebuilding and preparation.
