Soccer-Coach Cuca leaves Atletico Mineiro after triumphant season


FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Brasileiro Championship - Palmeiras v Atletico Mineiro - Allianz Parque, Sao Paulo, Brazil - November 23, 2021 Atletico Mineiro coach Cuca during the match REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli

(Reuters) - Brazilian coach Cuca who guided Atletico Mineiro to their first league title in half a century has resigned in order to deal with personal issues, the club said on Tuesday.

"Cuca alleged family reasons and said his decision is final," the club said, adding that the 58-year old had promised not to coach another team in 2022.

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