São Paulo FC sacks football director Carlos Belmonte after suffering a 6-0 defeat to Fluminense at Maracanã. Belmonte's exit comes less than 24 hours after the loss. Nelson Marques Ferreira and Fernando Bracalle Ambrogi were also dismissed from their positions. Belmonte personally informed the players of his decision during the team's reappearance at the Barra Funda training center. The move ends a tenure that was already fragile and tense since the start of the season. The decision comes amidst a tumultuous political climate at the club. Rui Costa and Muricy Ramalho remain in charge of the sports planning for 2026. The relationship between Belmonte and president Julio Casares had been strained for months. Political differences had weakened the director, who had been gradually losing influence in the department. The episode that accelerated the loss of influence occurred in October, when Casares appointed superintendent Marcio Carlomagno to work directly in the football routine. Now, São Paulo FC is trying to reorganize the department amidst political pressure and instability. The crisis triggered by Belmonte's exit promises to generate new chapters in the coming days. The club released an official statement confirming the departure of the three professionals. Belmonte's exit is a turning point for São Paulo FC. The club needs to reorganize and find a new direction for the next season. Political pressure and instability are challenges that the club needs to overcome. São Paulo FC needs to find a solution to the crisis and become competitive again.
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São Paulo FC sacks director after heavy defeat
São Paulo FC suffers heavy defeat to Fluminense and sacks football director Carlos Belmonte. Exit comes after 6-0 loss at Maracanã
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