O Corinthians is, for the fourth time in its history, owner of Brazilian Cup. After the 2-1 victory over Vasco at Maracanã, which sealed the title, the coach Dorival Junior took advantage of the spotlight conquest to vent. Amid the euphoria of the title, the black and white commander spared no criticism of the way he feels the Brazilian coach is treated in the country, asking for a change of stance from the press and fans. He also asked for respect for his work.
This Sunday’s achievement puts Dorival on a different level in the history of the national tournament. Like Corinthians himself, this is the fourth time that the coach has lifted the Copa do Brasil trophy. He previously won with Santos, Flamengo and São Paulo. With the new trophy on the shelf, the coach equals Luiz Felipe Scolari as the biggest winner of all time in the competition.
I would like people to respect the Brazilian coach a little more. And that doesn’t happen. It is a shame. The Brazilian steps on the Brazilian himself. We have very good professionals, who are concerned about working and developing. Even so, it seems like we are being ignored all the time. This time to return to our origins. We develop coaches who believe in well-played football.
Dorival Junior
Dorival went further. “The Brazilian Championship was won by Filipe Luís. The Libertadores, he won it too. The final of the Copa do Brasil was with two Brazilian coaches. I think this shows that we have the capacity. I’m not comparing us with anyone, quite the opposite. I respect all the professionals who are here, and I think their presence is important. Looking for someone great out there? Yes. But we also have great people here.“
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Collective and personal achievement
In addition to the outburst, Dorival detailed how arduous the path to the top was with Timão. According to him, the work at Parque São Jorge was one of the most demanding of his career. “It was one of the most complicated and difficult jobs I’ve had. We thought about Corinthians from the moment we woke up until the moment we went to bed.”
What else did Dorival say?
Dorival took the opportunity to reveal some details of Corinthians’ achievement and behind-the-scenes details throughout the season. “I had left the Brazilian team and my intention was not to work throughout that year. I had already talked to other clubs, but I was not at the right time for a new job in sequence. I decided to accept this invitation because I thought I needed to give myself an answer. That’s why I accepted Corinthians’ invitation.”
Time passed, day-to-day work happened and Dorival gave the answer he wanted to give. “We deservedly reached the final, with a lot of work, a lot of dedication and when everyone questioned and doubted us. Nobody believed it and Corinthians arrived just like São Paulo did in the 2023 title and just like Flamengo did in 2022. It is a satisfaction to be able to have won with several teams and now achieve another result with a great team in the country.”
Memphis and the overcoming of the cast
The coach also made a point of praising Memphis Depay’s role in the victorious campaign. For Dorival, the Dutchman delivered exactly what was expected from a player of his level. “Memphis is very professional. He helped us a lot and is a very good player, everyone saw that today”, commented the coach, highlighting that the striker was a key player in the decisive moments of the season.
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Finally, Dorival thanked the board for its support in keeping the internal environment healthy despite the external turmoil. For the four-time Brazilian Cup champion, the title is the definitive answer to those who questioned or mistreated the work carried out throughout the year, sealing a path of overcoming and competence in command of Corinthians.
“To all those who trusted, who believed, I thank you very much, from my heart. To those who were skeptical, playful, mocking, unfortunately I just have to say a good night and a thank you. Because they only motivated us to grow, to improve and to seek an achievement like today.”
