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Official: Atlético Mineiro sack Jorge Sampaoli after disastrous half-season

It just didn't work out for the famous coach...

Football news 12 feb 2026, 14:35

Officiel : l'Atlético Mineiro a limogé Jorge Sampaoli après un semestre désastreux

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The Jorge Sampaoli era at Atlético Mineiro has come to an ignominious end.

Details: The management of the Brazilian club has officially announced the dismissal of the Argentine specialist from the position of head coach. Sampaoli's second stint with the team turned into a real disaster. The renowned coach lasted only half a year at the helm.

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Após reunião na Cidade do Galo, no início da tarde desta quinta-feira (12/2), as partes chegaram a um entendimento para encerramento do trabalho do técnico.

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— Atlético (@Atletico) February 12, 2026

It's worth noting that the Argentine took charge of the Brazilian club in September 2025. The statistics during his tenure are grim: under his leadership, Atlético Mineiro played 31 matches, managing to win only 9.

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