Top Three Shortlisted Managers for Brazil National Team and Betting Odds

Brazil's Football Confederation (CBF) announced on Friday the dismissal of head coach Dorival Júnior following a 4-1 defeat to Argentina earlier in the week. Despite the disappointing result, Brazil remains well-positioned to secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup. Dorival departs the national team with only five wins from 15 matches since taking charge in January 2024. The CBF is now exploring potential replacements, with three leading contenders emerging as favorites, alongside their respective betting odds.

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Dorival Júnior

The Top Three-Man Shortlist to Replace Dorival Junior

Jorge Jesus

Jorge Jesus currently manages Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League. Beginning his career with Sporting CP, he has built an impressive managerial record over the years. Renowned for his 4-2-3-1 tactical setup, Jesus boasts a remarkable win rate of approximately 68.45%. Notably, during his tenure at Flamengo in 2019, he achieved extraordinary success by securing both the Copa Libertadores and the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A in his debut season. In the betting world, Jorge Jesus emerge as the leading candidate.

Trophies Won by Jorge Jesus as a Manager

SL Benfica:

3x Portuguese Champion

Sporting CP:

6x Portuguese League Cup Winner

CR Flamengo:

1x Brazilian Champion
1x Supercopa do Brasil Winner
1x Recopa Sudamericana Winner

Al-Hilal SFC:

1x Saudi Arabian Champion
3x Saudi Super Cup Winner
1x King Cup Winner

Jorge Jesus

Carlo Ancelotti

Brazil continues to prioritize Carlo Ancelotti as their leading candidate to succeed Dorival ahead of next year’s World Cup, as reported by Globo. Ancelotti is widely regarded as the most successful manager in UEFA Champions League history, with a record five titles. Ancelotti currently manages Real Madrid. Carlo Ancelotti's managerial career win percentage is approximately 61%.

Trophies Won by Carlo Ancelotti as a Manager

Major League Titles

Serie A (Italy): 3
Premier League (England): 1
Ligue 1 (France): 1
Bundesliga (Germany): 1
La Liga (Spain): 2

European Titles:

UEFA Champions League: 5
UEFA Super Cup: 3
FIFA Club World Cup: 2

Other Trophies:

Coppa Italia (Italy): 1
Supercoppa Italiana (Italy): 1
FA Cup (England): 1
Community Shield (England): 1
DFL-Supercup (Germany): 1
Copa del Rey (Spain): 2
Supercopa de Espana (Spain): 2

Carlo Ancelotti

Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been strongly linked to a potential move into international football, with Brazilian outlet UOL reporting that he is on the shortlist of candidates to replace Dorival. Guardiola has previously expressed interest in managing a national team, citing his desire to experience the excitement of an international tournament. However, his dedication to Manchester City presents a significant challenge. The Spaniard recently signed a two-year contract extension at the Etihad Stadium, making it highly unlikely for Brazil to lure him away from his ongoing project in England.