Memphis gets new coach at Corinthians after seventh straight defeat

Fernando Diniz sacked after seventh consecutive defeat; Ramón Díaz tipped to replace him ahead of Sunday's derby against Palmeiras.

Corinthians sacked manager Fernando Diniz following a 2-1 home loss to Internacional, extending their winless run to seven games. The Brazilian club, fighting relegation with nine matches remaining, are seeking a shock appointment with Ramón Díaz, the Argentine former international, emerging as the leading candidate to take over. The timing is significant with a crucial derby against second-placed Palmeiras scheduled for Sunday. Memphis Depay, who extended his contract in August, remains without a goal since returning from the World Cup, hitting the post again in the defeat.