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The surprising 4-1 defeat to Argentina in Buenos Aires left main repercussions throughout the Brazil nationwide staff—most notably the dismissal of head coach Dorival Junior. Because the CBF (Confederação Brasileira de Futebol) searches for a alternative, the federation will even be required to pay a considerable compensation package deal to their former supervisor.
Brazil has confronted a turbulent interval for the reason that 2022 World Cup, once they had been eradicated by Croatia. That outcome led to the departure of coach Tite. Interim stints by Ramon Menezes and Fernando Diniz adopted, however yielded poor outcomes—simply three wins, one draw, and 5 defeats throughout 9 matches—highlighting the staff’s decline.
Appointed in January 2024, Dorival Junior was entrusted with the duty of restoring Brazil’s id and assembling a aggressive squad. Whereas his early tenure confirmed promise in friendlies, the momentum rapidly pale.
The staff struggled within the 2024 Copa America, falling quick with out star ahead Neymar. Brazil was knocked out within the quarterfinals by Uruguay in a penalty shootout—an underwhelming outcome that raised issues.
Within the ongoing CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, Brazil endured additional setbacks, together with a 1-0 loss to Paraguay and two disappointing 1-1 attracts with Venezuela and Uruguay. The ultimate straw got here with the humiliating defeat to Argentina, main the CBF to half methods with Dorival.
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Dorival Junior’s compensation
Following Friday’s assembly, the CBF formally terminated Dorival Junior’s contract with quick impact, citing the dearth of tangible progress beneath his management. In accordance with O Globo journalist Diogo Dantas, the coach shall be entitled to full fee of his wage by way of the unique finish of his contract—after the 2026 World Cup.
Dorival’s deal included a termination clause masking each wage and picture rights, amounting to over R$1 million (roughly $200,000 USD) per 30 days. With 16 months remaining till July 2026, he’s anticipated to obtain round $3 million USD in whole compensation.
Dorival leaves with a file of seven wins, 7 attracts, and a couple of losses from 16 matches in cost. Brazil, nonetheless struggling to rediscover its id in Neymar’s absence, has not but secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup, which shall be held in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
