Brazil has made the decision to part ways with head coach Dorival Júnior following a demoralizing 4–1 loss to Argentina at the Estadio Monumental, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed on Thursday. The defeat, which came on the heels of a disappointing performance against their archrivals, marked another disappointing chapter for the Seleção. Dorival, who took over the reins in January 2024 after Fernando Diniz was dismissed following another loss to Argentina at the Maracanã, was unable to steer Brazil back to form, resulting in his swift departure.
The Brazilian side appeared disjointed and vulnerable throughout the match, struggling to cope with an inspired Argentina that took full advantage of Brazil’s defensive lapses. The loss was especially humiliating given pre-match comments from Raphinha, who boldly declared that Brazil would “thrash” the Albiceleste. The result sparked widespread ridicule on social media, further fueling the growing frustrations among Brazil’s fans, who are demanding a return to the country’s historically high standards on the international stage.
In an official statement, the CBF expressed gratitude to Dorival for his efforts but confirmed that the search for a new coach is already underway. With the 2026 World Cup just over a year away, the next manager will have the monumental task of restoring Brazil’s competitive edge and ensuring they are a formidable force once again. The Brazilian public and footballing world will be watching closely as the CBF looks to appoint a new leader who can guide the Seleção back to their former glory.
