Gustavo Henrique backs Diniz to stay at Corinthians and urges patience | OneFootball

According to Meu Timao, football executive Marcelo Paz confirmed Fernando Diniz will remain in charge of Corinthians. The decision came despite defeat to Fluminense in round 28. Players asked the board to keep the staff, and centre-back Gustavo Henrique publicly backed the coach, calling for patience.

Henrique argued that a change now would not help, pointing to 10 games left and the expected return of key players, which he believes will give Diniz time to work. He also noted the coach’s earlier seven-match run without conceding and said that merits faith.

Amid a seven-game winless sequence that has fuelled speculation, the squad have sought to shield Diniz by sharing responsibility. Henrique praised the staff’s daily commitment, rejected scapegoats and said the group must show maturity after recent eliminations and defeats.

The latest reverse left Corinthians on six straight league losses, 14th with 32 points and only three above the relegation zone.

The club are banking on the FIFA international break to clear the treatment room, deepen tactical options and help Diniz settle on his best team. Corinthians return away to Internacional at Beira-Rio in Porto Alegre on 7 October, a Wednesday, at 19:30, in round 29.

Source: Meu Timao

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