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Internacional considers Luis Zubeldía for coaching position amid struggles

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Internacional considers Luis Zubeldía for coaching position amid struggles

Summary

Internacional, currently in the relegation zone of the Brasileirão, might change coaches during the upcoming FIFA international break. Uruguayan Paulo Pezzolano remains in charge but faces increasing pressure for his dismissal, with Luis Zubeldía among the candidates to replace him. President Alessandro Barcellos supports a change in management but encounters resistance from club officials. Internacional is 18th in the league standings with 28 points, three points adrift of safety. Their next match is set for October 7 against Corinthians, who have lost their last six matches.

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By the Numbers

•Internacional is currently 18th in the Brasileirão with 28 points.
•Luis Zubeldía is a potential candidate to replace Paulo Pezzolano.
•Internacional faces Corinthians on October 7.
•The club is three points behind Vasco, who are 16th in the standings.
•Pressure is mounting for Pezzolano's dismissal amid poor results.

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What they're saying

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Part of the Brasileirão relegation zone, Internacional still has Uruguayan Paulo Pezzolano in charge.But the club would be considering a change during the FIFA international break.And Argentine Luis ...
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