Felipe Melo draws brunt of ire for deflecting in Dutchman's goal in quarterfinal defeat

RIO DE JANEIRO - Brazil coach Dunga and his entire coaching staff were sacked on Sunday following the team's World Cup quarterfinals exit, a statement from the Brazilian football confederation (CBF) said.

"The cycle of work started in 2006 and which culminated with the elimination of Brazil in the World Cup in South Africa is finished," said a statement.