Brazil has parted ways with manager Dorival Junior following a heavy 4-1 defeat to arch-rivals Argentina in World Cup qualifying. Despite the setback, Brazil remains in a relatively strong position, sitting fourth in the South American qualification group with a chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, though they’ve lost five of their 14 matches.
Dorival Junior, 62, had been in charge of the national team since January 2024. Under his leadership, Brazil won seven, drew six, and lost three of their 16 games. His tenure included a notable 1-0 victory over England at Wembley in a friendly last March. However, after the defeat to Argentina, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced his departure with a brief statement, wishing him success in his future career and confirming that they would begin searching for a new manager.