# Internacional football club performance and coaching tension

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/internacional-football-club-performance-and-coaching-tension
> Updated: 2026-09-05T15:11:37.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Following a scoreless draw in the Brasileirão, Internacional coach Paulo Pezzolano took full responsibility for the team’s struggles and expressed confidence in avoiding relegation. He stated, “I want players to be calm. We have a Gre-Nal ahead and I am going to carry the responsibility of evolution on my back.”

However, following a loss in the Gre-Nal derby during the Copa do Brasil, Pezzolano faced scrutiny for tactical errors and lineup decisions. This loss also brought criticism toward club president Alessandro Barcellos. While some have called for the coach’s dismissal, there are suggestions that the coaching staff may receive a final vote of confidence before the next match against Santos.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Internacional coach faces scrutiny after Gre-Nal derby loss

Internacional coach Paulo Pezzolano faces scrutiny over tactical errors following a Gre-Nal derby loss in the Copa do Brasil.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/internacional-coach-faces-scrutiny-after-gre-nal-derby-loss

### 2026-08-23: Internacional coach Pezzolano assumes responsibility for team's form

Internacional coach Paulo Pezzolano has assumed responsibility for the team's recent form and expressed confidence in avoiding relegation ahead of their Copa do Brasil clash against Grêmio.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/internacional-coach-pezzolano-assumes-responsibility-for-teams-form

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