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Brazil's stagnation continues as Dorival Jr. takes helm amidst coaching concerns

Posted : 14 January 2024

With Brazil appointing Dorival Jr. as their new coach, concerns persist about the team's stagnation characterized by historical lows in performance, an imbalanced squad, and an outdated mindset. Even the mention of 75-year-old Luis Felipe Scolari surfaced, indicating a fixation on past glories, particularly the 2002 World Cup win.

 

However, the coaching position ultimately went to Dorival Jr., a seasoned professional with domestic league success, culminating in Flamengo's 2022 Libertadores title. The departure of Tite after a World Cup quarter-final loss led to interim coaches' uninspiring tenures, with Ancelotti and Zidane ruling themselves out as replacements, leaving Dorival Jr. as the default choice.

 

Despite Dorival Jr.'s competence, Brazil's fixation on traditional football values raises concerns, as the sport has evolved into a scientific profession. The refusal to acknowledge that talent alone no longer guarantees success and the lack of openness to foreign coaches hinder Brazil's progress.

 

As Brazil faces challenges in the Copa America and the 2026 World Cup, Dorival Jr. must not only improve the team's ranking but also address longstanding issues, including a scarcity of goals in recent qualifiers and the persistent problem of lacking a central striker. Neymar's potential return is not a guaranteed solution, given his history of clashing with authority, exemplified by an incident with Dorival Jr. in his younger years at Santos.

 

In navigating Brazil's football future, Dorival Jr. faces the daunting task of breaking free from outdated philosophies, fostering balance in the squad, and addressing critical tactical and strategic deficiencies. The team's reliance on past glories and reluctance to embrace modern football dynamics may hinder their chances of future success, emphasizing the need for a more forward-thinking approach to coaching and player development.

 

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