Brazil’s former national football team coach Tite has made a big call. He is stepping away from coaching for the foreseeable future to focus on his mental and physical health. This decision comes on the heels of a terrible personal ordeal. After his team suffered a heartbreaking elimination in the 2022 World Cup, he’s just come off a health scare.
Career Tite, 63, has resigned as Brazil’s head coach. His announcement followed the team’s shock quarter-final loss at the World Cup. He had led the team to victory in the 2019 Copa America. His tactical genius and leadership abilities were on full display throughout that tournament. Tite, following these last experiences, has been forced to take stock of his health.
In August, Tite was hospitalized for a cardiac arrhythmia, a concerning health condition. Only a month later, he suffered another disappointment as he was axed by Flamengo. This powerful succession of events has forced Tite to shift focus towards self-care.
“I realised that there are times when you have to understand that, as a human being, I can be vulnerable and admitting that will certainly make me stronger,” – Tite
A Distinguished Coaching Career
In Brazil, Tite established a remarkable coaching career, long before his time with Brazil’s national side. He later coached bigger clubs in Brazil like Gremio, Atletico Mineiro and Palmeiras. His achievements with these sides cemented his reputation as one of the best coaches in Brazilian football.
Tite had already proven his genius on the bench when he led Brazil to Copa America glory. As recent adversity has proven, no matter how great a coach is, they too must step away. Though tragic, his experience with health matters highlights how stressful coaching at the highest levels can be.
The fallout from Tite’s early exit from the Brazilian national team after the quarterfinals has really left a void in leadership. His strategic vision and understanding of the game were central pieces of Brazil’s recent success.
Planning for the Future
Despite the hiatus from coaching, Tite is going full throttle with his love of the game. Like many rumors of recent vintage, such as rumors placing him with Corinthians recently. He’s chosen to put his health and family first.
“I’m passionate about what I do and I’ll continue to be so, but after talking to my family and observing the signals my body was giving off, I decided that the best thing to do now is to take a break from my career to look after myself for as long as it takes,” – Tite
As Tite explores this uncharted break, he should be a model for anyone in high-pressure career paths. Her choice to protect her health over professional goals is a relatable decision in this hustle culture we live in today.
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