Former Brazil coach Dorival Júnior taking over Corinthians to the end of 2026

By Canadian Press on April 28, 2025.

SAO PAULO (AP) — Former Brazil coach Dorival Júnior signed with Corinthians on Monday to the end of 2026.

It is his first job since he was fired by the five-time World Cup champion in March after losing to Argentina 4-1 in 2026 qualifying.

Júnior’s first match in charge of Corinthians will be on Wednesday in the Brazilian Cup against Novorizontino.

“It is an important moment of my career. I hope to leave a legacy,” Júnior said in a video shared by Corinthians on social media.

He takes over from Argentine coach Ramón Diaz, who was fired this month. The team including Dutch striker Memphis Depay has defense problems.

Corinthians is 12th in the Brazilian league after six matches, with seven points. It lost in the league on Sunday to Flamengo 4-0.

Júnior was fired from Brazil after 14 months amid poor results and disappointing performances.

Brazil, fourth in South American qualifying, has yet to announce Júnior’s replacement. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti and Al-Hilal’s Jorge Jesus are the front-runners according to local media.

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