According to sources who spoke to ESPN Brasil, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) will meet on Friday to talk about the future of Dorival Junior, Brazil’s coach, after their heartbreaking 4-1 loss to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
President Ednaldo Rodrigues of the CBF has responded quickly to the defeat. Although Dorival and the CBF usually hold review meetings following FIFA international windows, Rodrigues has accelerated a face-to-face meeting with the coaching staff due to the team’s disappointing performance in Buenos Aires, according to sources.
According to Dorival’s close associates, the coach has not yet been informed of any pressing concerns about his future or the prospect of his resignation.
Several names are apparently being discussed as prospective replacements within the CBF. The front-runners include Flamengo’s Filipe Luis, Al Hilal’s current manager Jorge Jesus, and Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, who was once courted by Brazil.
Due to Brazil’s dismal start in World Cup qualifying, Dorival took over the national team in January 2024, replacing Fernando Diniz. However, he has struggled to turn around the squad’s performance.
Uruguay defeated Brazil in the quarterfinals of the Copa America last summer. Brazil is currently ranked fourth in the South American World Cup qualifying rankings after suffering a crushing loss to bitter rival Argentina on Tuesday.
The top six teams will automatically advance to the U.S., Canada, and Mexico competition in 2026.
Following the defeat against Argentina, Dorival told reporters, “There’s always a lot of pressure, but I never run away from my responsibilities.” “I understand the significance of this loss and all that has transpired.
“I firmly believe in the progress of this process and in my job. Although it’s a challenging and complex process, I’m confident that we’ll figure something out.
“This is perhaps the most vulnerable time in my football career. However, I have never given up.
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