Clarence Seedorf takes over Corinthians as they fall into relegation zone
Clarence Seedorf's first match as Corinthians head coach ended in a late‑minute loss to Vasco, dropping the club into Brazil's relegation zone with eight games left.
Key points
- Corinthians hired former Netherlands star Clarence Seedorf on a contract through 2027.
- Seedorf replaced Fernando Diniz after a run of seven straight defeats.
- In his debut, Corinthians lost to Vasco da Gama after two goals in the final two minutes.
- The defeat moved Corinthians into the relegation zone with 32 points and eight matches remaining.
Corinthians have appointed former Netherlands international Clarence Seedorf as their new head coach on a contract running until the end of 2027.
The club was sitting 16th in the Brazilian top flight, one place above the relegation zone, with 32 points and eight matches remaining.
Seedorf replaces Fernando Diniz, who left the club last week after seven consecutive league defeats.
Seedorf’s debut
Seedorf’s first match in charge was against Vasco da Gama at São Januário in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday, 24 October, with a kickoff time of 18:30 Brasília time.
Vasco defeated Corinthians after scoring two goals in the final two minutes of regulation, overturning a Corinthians lead.
The comeback loss placed Corinthians into the relegation zone (Z4) following Seedorf’s debut.
Marino contributed both goals for Vasco in the victory.
The win was described as a crucial step toward securing Vasco’s stay in Série A in 2027.
Before the match, Corinthians were positioned above Vasco in the league table, leaving Vasco as the first team outside the relegation zone.
Your questions, answered
When did Clarence Seedorf become head coach of Corinthians?
He was appointed before the match on 24 October 2026.
What was the result of Seedorf's first game in charge?
Corinthians lost to Vasco da Gama after conceding two late goals.
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