Overview

• Dorival Júnior has been appointed as Corinthians' new manager on a contract running until December 2026.
• He replaces Ramón Díaz, who was dismissed following Corinthians' defensive struggles and mid-table league position.
• Júnior's first match in charge will be on Wednesday in the Brazilian Cup against Novorizontino.
• The 63-year-old was fired as Brazil's national coach in March 2025 after a 4-1 World Cup qualifying defeat to Argentina.
• Júnior expressed his ambition to leave a lasting legacy at Corinthians, building on the club's existing work.