Ex-Brazil coach Tite taking mental, physical health break

espn.comPublished: 4/23/2025

Summary

Tite, the former Brazil coach, has decided to take an indefinite career break due to health concerns, following hospitalization for a heart issue last August. He was previously linked with Corinthians' coaching role but was sacked by Flamengo after failing to secure a long-term contract there. In his statement, Tite expressed taking the break as a form of self-care while acknowledging his passion for coaching. However, he still faces a difficult decision regarding Corinthians, having recently re-signed with them.