Fernando Diniz's dismissal from Corinthians caused a stir in Brazilian football this Wednesday (7).

The coach was sacked after suffering his seventh consecutive defeat in the Brasileirão, against Inter in Porto Alegre.

This is the second time Diniz has been dismissed during this league campaign.

He began the year in charge of Vasco and left the club after the third round.

Social media was abuzz over the Corinthians board's decision, especially the timing of the coaching change.

The club had gone 16 days without playing due to the lengthy international break in recent weeks.

Check out some reactions to Diniz's sacking below:

Only the Corinthians board didn't see it

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