Corinthians sack Fernando Diniz after seventh consecutive defeat

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Corinthians sack Fernando Diniz after seventh consecutive defeat
Summary

Corinthians have terminated head coach Fernando Diniz following a defeat to Inter in Porto Alegre on October 7. The loss marked the club's seventh straight defeat in the Brasileirão, pushing them closer to the relegation zone. Currently, Corinthians have 32 points, just one point above Inter, who are in a relegation position. The team has also been eliminated from the Libertadores quarterfinals ahead of their next match against Palmeiras. Further developments are expected.

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  • •Corinthians sacked Fernando Diniz after the October 7 defeat to Inter.
  • •The team is on a seven-match losing streak in the Brasileirão.
  • •Corinthians has 32 points, just above the relegation zone.
  • •The team was eliminated from the Libertadores quarterfinals earlier.
  • •Corinthians faces Palmeiras in their next match.
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  • 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Fernando Diniz’s latest sacking stirs social media; see reactions
  • 1:23 AMYahoo Sports — Corinthians announce Fernando Diniz's departure after another defeat
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Fernando Diniz's dismissal from Corinthians caused a stir in Brazilian football this Wednesday (7).The coach was sacked after suffering his seventh consecutive defeat in the Brasileirão, against Inte...

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Corinthians have sacked head coach Fernando Diniz.The decision was made on Wednesday (7), shortly after the defeat to Inter in Porto Alegre.The result left the São Paulo side with seven consecutive d...

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