Monday, 14th July, 2014
Luiz Felipe Scolari has departed his post as Brazil coach.
The former Portugal boss was widely expected to stand down following a disappointing tournament for the Selecao, during which they could only finish fourth.
Brazil were demolished by Germany in the semi-final, beaten 7-1 by the eventual winners, while they then lost the third-place playoff game 3-0 to the Netherlands.
Scolari has now tendered his resignation, which has been accepted by the Brazilian Football Confederation.
The CBF said in a statement: "Luiz Felipe Scolari and his entire coaching staff deserve our respect and gratitude."
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Scolari led Brazil to Confederations Cup success on home soil one year earlier, something which had increased already sky high expectations ahead of the World Cup.
The 65-year-old guided Brazil to the World Cup during his first spell in charge, in 2002.
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