harsh comments. After another World Cup failure, there is great expectation as to who will take over the reins of the Brazilian team. With Tite’s departure, many were asking for a European to take the position and names such as Zinedine Zidane, ‘Pep’ Guardiola, Jorge Jesús and Luis Enrique began to ring out. Given this scenario was one of those who dared to comment Luiz Felipe Scolari, World Coach Champion 2002.
When asked if the former Spanish strategist could wear the Canarinha suit, “Felipao” chided his colleague, saying he was unfit for the challenge.
Luis Enrique has won just one game in Qatar 2022. Photo: AFP
“What did you win? It must work. He’s very good, but he lost everything. What does it mean? It would be easier for a South American than for a European,” said Athletico Paranaense’s current sporting director at a public event.
Although Luis Enrique was widely criticized for his appearance at Qatar 2022 – who was eliminated by Morocco in the round of 16 – his career at club level was very successful. During his time at Barcelona he managed to win the Champions League, LaLiga Santander and the Club World Cup.
Uncertain future in Brazil
Apart from the appointment of a new coach, the pressure on the country of samba continues to mount: for more than 20 years they have not managed to win a world championship and in the last two editions they bowed out in the quarterfinals.
In this respect, the Brazilian Football Association doesn’t mind the arrival of a foreign professional. There is also another question about the future of his top star: Neymar. The PSG striker hasn’t ensured his continuity with the national team and is expected to convince an innovative project.