Arthur Elias on Diniz, and why he relates to Corinthians boss’s ideas | OneFootball

Brazil Women’s National Team head coach Arthur Elias spoke about his relationship with Fernando Diniz, the current Corinthians manager. In an interview with ESPN, the coach revealed that he is close to his fellow professional and highlighted common points in their way of working.

The two met during their time at Audax, between 2016 and 2017, when Arthur coached the women’s team in partnership with Corinthians, while Diniz led the men’s side. Since then, they have stayed in touch and built a friendship.

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According to Arthur Elias, he even sent a message to Diniz after the coach’s appointment to lead the black-and-white club was announced. The national team manager also praised the Corinthians coach’s profile.

“Not in the model, no, not at all. But in the methodology, I identify with it. Giving players confidence, asking for courage, boldness. That, yes.”

Even while pointing out differences in playing style, Arthur stressed that he sees similarities in the way they deal with the squad, especially in terms of confidence and encouragement on the field.

During this FIFA international window, Corinthians have five players called up to the Brazil national team: goalkeeper Lelê, center-back Thaís Ferreira, right-back Gi Fernandes, and midfielders Duda Sampaio and Ana Vitória, who had missed the last matches while following concussion protocol.

After a remarkable spell with the black-and-white club, Arthur Elias won major titles in charge of the Brabas before taking over the national team in 2023. Since then, he has racked up more than 40 matches at the helm of the national side.

Brazil’s next match will be this Saturday (18) at 10:30 p.m. (Brasília time) against Canada, in a clash that could decide the FIFA Series title.

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