RIO DE JANEIRO, March 9 (Xinhua) -- Sao Paulo sacked manager Hernan Crespo on Monday despite the club's strong start to the Brazilian Serie A season.
In a statement, Sao Paulo also confirmed the departures of assistant coaches Juan Branda and Victor Lopez, physical trainers Federico Martinetti and Leandro Paz, and goalkeeping coach Gustavo Nepote.
"Sao Paulo wishes Hernan Crespo and his coaching staff success in the continuation of their careers," it said.
Crespo led Sao Paulo to 22 wins, six draws and 18 losses after taking charge of the club for a second time in June last year. The former Argentina striker was also the manager during an eight-month spell in 2021.
Sao Paulo is currently second in Brazil's 20-team Serie A standings with 10 points from four outings, behind leader Palmeiras on goal difference. ■
