Hints until the 2026 World Cup

After confirming the dismissal of Fernando Diniz and after a negative response of Carlo Ancelotti To renew with him Real MadridThe Brazilian Football Confederation was elected Dorival Jr As a new coach.

The 61-year-old coach resigned from his post Sao Paulo To lead the ‘Canarinha’ ahead of the Copa America which starts in mid-2024.

“São Paulo Football Club announces the departure of coach Dorival Jr., who requested his resignation to take charge of the Brazilian team,” the organization reported through an official statement on its social networks.

The Brazilian team has confirmed it Dorival Jr He decided to take over the technical direction of ‘Scratch’, who finished sixth in the South American qualifiers.

“It is the realization of a personal dream, which became possible only because I received recognition for the work I did in São Paulo. That is why I have to thank you for being a part of this important period of rebuilding so ably led by the Presidency and the Board of Directors. With investment in infrastructure and planning in recent years,” said the coach, who officiated 54 games. Sao Paulo

Dorival Jr He was in charge of Brazil’s 20 team, but his time Flamengo He is remembered for winning the Copa Libertadores along with the Brazilian Cup in 2022. Another international title was won on his record. Inter Porto Alegre In the 2010–11 season and was in the Recopa Sudamericana.

In the absence of an official announcement, the journalist Fabrizio Romano he announced Dorival sign with Brazil Until the 2026 World Cup. “Despite the proposal to sign a new contract in Sao Paulo, he decided to accept the national team position,” he said.