Overview

• Dorival Junior has been appointed as the new coach of Brazil's national soccer team, replacing Fernando Diniz.
• Dorival's first task will be the summer's Copa America, with Brazil currently sixth in the South American World Cup qualifiers.
• Dorival has acknowledged the need for Brazil to learn to play without their injured star player, Neymar, who is not expected to be fit until August.
• Dorival has signed a contract with the Brazil Football Confederation through the 2026 World Cup.
• Dorival's first game in charge will be an international friendly against England on March 23.