After losing 4-1 to bitter rivals Argentina in World Cup qualifying, Brazil fired manager Dorival Junior.
Despite losing five of their last 14 games, they are still in a strong position to get to the 2026 finals and currently sit fourth in the South American group.
Since January 2024, the 62-year-old, who has managed numerous Brazilian clubs, has led the national squad.
Following a 1-0 victory over England in a friendly at Wembley in March of last year, he went on to win seven, tie six, and lose three of his 16 games as manager.
However, after they were soundly defeated by Argentina, who had already guaranteed their spot in the World Cup, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) declared his departure.
Dorival’s greatest managerial achievement was leading Flamengo to the 2022 Copa Libertadores, despite never having played for his nation.
According to Brazilian media, Jorge Jesus, the coach of Al-Hilal, is the front-runner for the Brazil position.
Prior to appointing Dorival, they attempted and failed to appoint Carlo Ancelotti as manager of Real Madrid.
Brazil is eager to speak with Ancelotti about taking over as manager during the 2026 World Cup, according to a report published by The Athletic on Thursday.
