Brazil coaching changes in details

 ​Since the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the Brazil national football team has undergone several coaching changes:​

1. Tite's Departure: After Brazil's quarterfinal exit from the 2022 World Cup, head coach Tite resigned from his position.​ESPN.com

2. Interim Coaches: Post-Tite, the team was managed on an interim basis by Ramon Menezes and subsequently by Fernando Diniz.​Aktuelle Nachrichten | BILD.de+5ESPN.com+5Sporting News+5

3. Fernando Diniz's Tenure: Appointed in mid-2023, Diniz led Brazil for six games in the 2026 World Cup qualifying round, achieving two wins, one draw, and three defeats. His tenure ended in January 2024 due to unsatisfactory results, with Brazil positioned sixth in the South American qualifiers at that time. ​Sportstar

   
   
   

4. Dorival Júnior's Appointment: Following Diniz's departure, Dorival Júnior was appointed as the head coach in January 2024. Prior to this, he had successful stints with Flamengo and São Paulo, leading Flamengo to a Copa Libertadores title in 2022 and São Paulo to a Brazilian Cup victory. ​reuters.com+7as.com+7AP News+7Sportstar+2Hindustan Times+2reuters.com+2

5. Dorival Júnior's Dismissal: In March 2025, after a 4-1 defeat to Argentina in a World Cup qualifying match—the team's worst qualifying defeat—Dorival Júnior was dismissed. Under his leadership, Brazil recorded seven wins, seven draws, and two losses. ​cadenaser.com+2AP News+2reuters.com+2

6. Search for a New Coach: Following Dorival Júnior's departure, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) began the search for a new head coach. Potential candidates include Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti and Al-Hilal's Jorge Jesus. ​Sportstar+2CNA+2Daily Sports+2cadenaser.com+4AP News+4Welt+4

As of April 2025, the position of Brazil's head coach remains vacant, with the CBF actively seeking a suitable replacement to lead the team in upcoming competitions.

​As of April 2025, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) is actively seeking a new head coach for the national team. Several candidates have emerged as potential successors, each with varying probabilities of appointment based on current reports and analyses. Below is an overview of these candidates, along with estimated probabilities of their appointment:​

1. Jorge Jesus (Portugal): Currently managing Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia, Jorge Jesus has been identified as a leading candidate for the Brazil national team head coach position. Reports suggest he is prepared to leave his current role to take up the Brazil job, indicating a strong interest from both parties. ​Welt

2. Carlo Ancelotti (Italy): The Real Madrid manager has been a long-standing target for the CBF. Ancelotti has expressed a preference to honor his contract with Real Madrid, which extends until July 2026. However, he has not entirely dismissed the possibility of managing Brazil in the future, leaving the door slightly open for negotiations. ​Cadena SER

3. José Mourinho (Portugal): Currently managing Fenerbahçe, Mourinho has recently been linked to the Brazil coaching role. His current challenges in Turkey might make him more receptive to the opportunity, though discussions are still in preliminary stages. ​

4. Abel Ferreira (Portugal): The Palmeiras coach has achieved significant success in Brazilian domestic football, making him a viable candidate. His commitments with Palmeiras, especially with the Club World Cup on the horizon, could complicate immediate availability. ​Diario AS

5. Pep Guardiola (Spain): Despite being a favored choice by some, including former player Ronaldo Nazário, Guardiola's ongoing contract with Manchester City and his own career plans make this appointment highly improbable. ​Diario AS

6. Renato Gaúcho (Brazil): A domestic option, Renato has experience managing top Brazilian clubs and has been mentioned as a potential candidate. However, he appears to be a less prominent choice compared to the aforementioned names. ​

Please note that these probabilities are estimations based on current reports and may evolve as the CBF's selection process progresses.

Here’s a breakdown of the most likely candidates to become Brazil’s next head coach, along with their estimated chances:

• Jorge Jesus – 35%

• Carlo Ancelotti – 25%

• José Mourinho – 15%

• Abel Ferreira – 10%

• Renato Gaúcho – 10%

• Pep Guardiola – 5%

Jorge Jesus currently leads the race, with Ancelotti still considered a serious option despite club commitments