Internacional appoint former Flamengo man as new director for 2026 | OneFootball

Who took over as the new manager of Internacional?

Internacional decided not to have Abel Braga as the coach for the next season. However, the team from Rio Grande do Sul appointed the former Flamengo as the new technical director of football for 2026.

In a press conference this Friday (12), the president of Internacional, Alessandro Barcelos, announced the appointment of Abel Braga. The former Flamengo is now responsible for the football department of the team from Rio Grande do Sul.

“I start by bringing the important news, confirming Abel Braga as our technical director. He hasn't stopped working since Sunday. A 1-year contract,” he revealed.

Thus, the former coach of Flamengo will be responsible for leading the restructuring of the team from Rio Grande do Sul next season. One of the main points to be addressed will be the selection of a new coach.

And what about Flamengo's situation this season?

Flamengo, on the other hand, is focusing its attention on the Intercontinental, in pursuit of the much-desired world championship title. The Most Beloved eliminated Cruz Azul (MEX) in the quarterfinals and now faces Pyramids (EGY) in the semifinals.

When is Flamengo's match against Pyramids?

The match between Flamengo and Pyramids is scheduled for this Saturday (13), starting at 2 PM (Brasília time), in Doha, Qatar. The match will be broadcast by Rede Globo on open TV, and by GETV and CazéTV, both on YouTube.

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