The Brazilian Serie A is barely underway, and we already have our first managerial casualty. Less than 24 hours after the season kicked off, Fluminense have parted ways with head coach Mano Menezes following a disappointing 2–0 defeat to Fortaleza.

While the result itself may have sparked the decision, Brazilian media report a broader list of grievances: an overly defensive playing style, lack of progression since Menezes took charge, and alleged conflicts with key players.

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The defeat only added fuel to the fire, and the Fluminense board acted swiftly. Menezes and his entire backroom staff have been dismissed.

Marcão, a familiar name for Flu fans, will step in as caretaker manager — for the fifth time in his career — as the club begins the search for a long-term replacement.