São Paulo FC announced the dismissal of Argentine coach Hernán Crespo on Monday. This decision comes after Crespo had shown interest in becoming the head coach of River Plate following Marcelo Gallardo's departure from that position. Crespo's tenure at São Paulo marked a total of 99 matches, with a record of 45 wins, 26 draws, and 28 losses across two spells as manager. The decision to part ways with Crespo also includes his assistant coaches Juan Branda and Victor López, along with fitness trainers Federico Martinetti and Leandro Paz.

Crespo's second stint at São Paulo began in July 2025 after a successful initial period where he led the team to a state championship victory in 2021. However, in his latest run, the team struggled, managing only 21 wins out of 46 matches, which contributed to the club's decision to terminate his contract. His coaching journey with the club has been marked by notable highs and lows, including a difficult period in 2021 where he had to sit out four matches due to health issues, which were handled by his assistant.

The announcement of Crespo's departure was made official via a tweet from São Paulo FC, underlining the significant changes happening within the club following its disappointing performances. This move raises questions about the future direction of the team and who will step in as Crespo's replacement, especially considering his previous success and the challenges faced during his latest term. The search for a new head coach will be critical for the club as it aims to regain its competitive edge in Brazilian football.