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Grêmio parts ways with manager Luis Castro following Vasco loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 4:13 PM

Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Grêmio parts ways with manager Luis Castro following Vasco loss

Summary

Grêmio announced the departure of head coach Luis Castro on Sunday following a home loss to Vasco. The club currently sits 15th in the Brasileirão standings with 28 points, holding a lead over the relegation zone only by goal difference. Felipão will manage the team on an interim basis starting with the match against Botafogo on Wednesday at Nilton Santos. During his tenure, Luis Castro recorded 19 wins, 14 draws, and 17 losses across 50 matches. While the club exited the Copa Sudamericana in the round of 16, they remain in the Copa do Brasil semifinals against Atlético-MG and previously secured the Gauchão title under his leadership.

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By the Numbers

•Luis Castro leaves Grêmio after a 50-match tenure.
•Felipão takes over as interim manager for the Wednesday match against Botafogo.
•Grêmio holds 15th place in the Brasileirão standings.
•The team faces Atlético-MG in the upcoming Copa do Brasil semifinals.

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4:13 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Breaking: major Brasileirão club announces manager exit

What they're saying

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Grêmio announced the departure of head coach Luis Castro this Sunday (13), a day after the comeback loss to Vasco at home.So, fans, did you like the decision? Who should take charge of the Tricolor n...
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