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As Cruzeiro stands one of the most heavily invested clubs in Brazilian football ahead of the 2025 season, the stakes couldn't be higher. The overarching expectation is that the team should deliver results commensurate with their significant investment. Any failure to win matches early in the state championship could lead to dire consequences for Dinis, including potential termination. Historical context tells us that in a high-stakes environment like this, the inability to seize early season success can be catastrophic for a coach’s career.