Atlético-MG has officially announced the dismissal of coach Jorge Sampaoli after a disappointing start to their season in the Campeonato Brasileiro. The decision came just a day after the team managed a 3-3 draw against Remo, leaving them without a win in their first three matches of the national league, which included two draws and one loss. Additionally, when accounting for their performance in the Campeonato Mineiro, the team's record has been notably underwhelming, with only two victories out of ten matches played this season.

Sampaoli, who took over the managerial position in September of the previous year, had a tumultuous tenure that saw the team finish as runners-up in the Copa Sul-Americana but struggle domestically. His first spell with Atlético-MG in 2020 was more successful, achieving 26 wins in 45 games. The management stated that the parting was by mutual agreement, recognizing the contributions Sampaoli and his coaching staff made during their time at the club.

The dismissal of Sampaoli places Atlético-MG in a challenging position as they look for a new coach to turn their season around. The club's management will need to act quickly to find a suitable replacement who can improve the team's performance and ambitions in both domestic and international competitions, aiming to climb up the league table and avoid relegation concerns.