IBOV 204,302.33 ▼ 0.74% IPSA 10,999.64 ▼ 1.47% IPC MEX 65,312.46 ▲ 0.52% MERVAL 2,824,123 ▼ 2.51% COLCAP 2,534.92 ▼ 2.09% BVL PERÚ 60,766.81 ▼ 1.71% USD/BRL5.00▲ 0.34% USD/MXN17.98▼ 0.04% USD/CLP978.54▲ 0.60% USD/COP3,237▲ 0.92% USD/PEN3.44▼ 0.07% USD/ARS1,517▼ 0.24% USD/UYU40.09▲ 2.39% USD/PYG5,835▲ 3.05% USD/BOB11.87▲ 2.15% USD/DOP60.29▲ 3.70% USD/CRC453.46▲ 2.32% USD/GTQ7.64▲ 3.39% USD/HNL26.86▲ 0.86% USD/NIO36.62▲ 0.26% USD/VES871.68▼ 0.13% USD/PAB1.00— 0.00% USD/BZD2.00— 0.00% USD/JMD 157.28 — 0.00% USD/TTD6.70▲ 2.23% EUR/BRL5.61▲ 0.01% BRENT 88.88 ▼ 0.03% WTI 83.11 ▼ 0.11% IRON ORE 161.91 — — COPPER 6.61 ▲ 0.03% GOLD 4,461 ▲ 1.78% SILVER 65.59 ▲ 1.26% SOY 1,184 ▲ 3.20% CORN 480.50 ▲ 10.02% WHEAT 655.00 ▲ 3.93% COFFEE 317.25 ▼ 5.51% SUGAR 16.43 ▼ 1.79% ORANGE JUICE 138.55 ▼ 0.47% COTTON 85.03 ▲ 2.33% COCOA 5,719 ▲ 3.18% BEEF 223.60 ▼ 3.93% CATTLE 339.10 ▼ 3.16% LITHIUM 75.20 ▲ 1.47% PETR4 41.64 ▼ 0.05% VALE3 72.97 ▲ 0.83% ITUB4 38.60 ▼ 1.03% BBDC4 16.85 ▲ 0.36% ABEV3 14.89 ▼ 0.80% BBAS3 19.37 ▲ 0.47% B3SA3 14.26 ▼ 0.21% WEGE3 47.59 ▲ 0.49% PRIO3 59.14 ▼ 0.19% SUZB3 41.33 ▲ 2.35% RENT3 34.68 ▼ 0.09% AZZA3 15.89 ▼ 2.63% CSAN3 3.22 ▼ 1.83% RAIZ4 0.25 — 0.00% PCAR3 2.75 ▼ 0.36% GMAT3 3.65 ▼ 1.08% PSSA3 48.13 ▼ 0.54% CVCB3 1.33 ▼ 2.92% POSI3 3.36 ▲ 2.44% SLCE3 13.34 ▲ 0.30% NATU3 8.14 ▼ 0.73% IBOV 204,302.33 ▼ 0.74% IPSA 10,999.64 ▼ 1.47% IPC MEX 65,312.46 ▲ 0.52% MERVAL 2,824,123 ▼ 2.51% COLCAP 2,534.92 ▼ 2.09% BVL PERÚ 60,766.81 ▼ 1.71% USD/BRL 5.16 ▲ 0.01% USD/MXN 17.06 ▼ 0.24% USD/CLP 913.98 ▲ 0.04% USD/COP 3,140 ▲ 0.03% USD/PEN 3.36 ▼ 0.66% USD/ARS 1,493 ▲ 0.10% USD/UYU 40.27 ▲ 1.24% USD/PYG 5,939 ▲ 1.68% USD/BOB 11.64 ▼ 0.76% USD/DOP 58.34 ▲ 1.25% USD/CRC 445.92 ▲ 0.89% USD/GTQ 7.62 ▲ 2.21% USD/HNL 26.79 ▲ 1.57% USD/NIO 36.62 ▲ 0.69% USD/VES 762.44 ▼ 0.13% USD/PAB 1.00 — 0.00% USD/BZD 2.00 — 0.00% USD/JMD 157.28 — 0.00% USD/TTD 6.70 ▲ 0.61% EUR/BRL 5.95 ▲ 1.01% BRENT 88.88 ▼ 0.03% WTI 83.11 ▼ 0.11% IRON ORE 161.91 — — COPPER 6.61 ▲ 0.03% GOLD 4,461 ▲ 1.78% SILVER 65.59 ▲ 1.26% SOY 1,184 ▲ 3.20% CORN 480.50 ▲ 10.02% WHEAT 655.00 ▲ 3.93% COFFEE 317.25 ▼ 5.51% SUGAR 16.43 ▼ 1.79% ORANGE JUICE 138.55 ▼ 0.47% COTTON 85.03 ▲ 2.33% COCOA 5,719 ▲ 3.18% BEEF 223.60 ▼ 3.93% CATTLE 339.10 ▼ 3.16% LITHIUM 75.20 ▲ 1.47% PETR4 41.64 ▼ 0.05% VALE3 72.97 ▲ 0.83% ITUB4 38.60 ▼ 1.03% BBDC4 16.85 ▲ 0.36% ABEV3 14.89 ▼ 0.80% BBAS3 19.37 ▲ 0.47% B3SA3 14.26 ▼ 0.21% WEGE3 47.59 ▲ 0.49% PRIO3 59.14 ▼ 0.19% SUZB3 41.33 ▲ 2.35% RENT3 34.68 ▼ 0.09% AZZA3 15.89 ▼ 2.63% CSAN3 3.22 ▼ 1.83% RAIZ4 0.25 — 0.00% PCAR3 2.75 ▼ 0.36% GMAT3 3.65 ▼ 1.08% PSSA3 48.13 ▼ 0.54% CVCB3 1.33 ▼ 2.92% POSI3 3.36 ▲ 2.44% SLCE3 13.34 ▲ 0.30% NATU3 8.14 ▼ 0.73%
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Brazil’s National Team Welcomes New Coach

By · January 8, 2024 · 2 min read

Brazil’s national football team ushers in a fresh era with Dorival Júnior as the new head coach.

Júnior, known for leading São Paulo to Copa do Brasil glory, steps into the role following Fernando Diniz’s departure last Friday.

He expresses gratitude and excitement about this pivotal moment, marking a new chapter in his career.

The 61-year-old coach, in a recent address, shared the joy and honor he feels in taking up this prestigious position.

Under his leadership, São Paulo achieved unprecedented success, a testament to his skill and dedication.

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His appointment reflects Brazil’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the sport.7

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Brazil’s National Team Welcomes New Coach – Dorival Júnior.
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Meanwhile, Júlio Casares, President of São Paulo Futebol Clube, praises the move, noting it as a positive step for the team.

He highlights Dorival’s proposed contract adjustments, indicating a long-term vision for success and stability.

Dorival now faces the challenge of leading Brazil in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Currently ranked sixth, the team has had a mix of losses, draws, and wins in recent matches.

The new coach’s experience and strategic acumen are expected to invigorate the team and steer them towards better performances.

Track record with Flamengo and Santos

The national sentiment is one of anticipation and hope. Fans and players alike look forward to what Dorival’s leadership will bring.

His track record with Flamengo and Santos, where he showcased his ability to rebuild and lead teams to victory, fuels this optimism.

As Brazil moves forward under Dorival’s guidance, the football community watches with keen interest.

His journey from São Paulo’s celebrated coach to the national team’s leader encapsulates a story of growth, aspiration, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

This transition isn’t just a change in coaching staff; it’s a symbol of Brazil’s enduring passion and ambition in the world of football.

This article was produced by The Rio Times’ automated newsroom system. How we use AI · Report an error · Editorial responsibility: Matthias Camenzind, Editor-in-Chief

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