Undefeated in Thailand, Brazilian coach still gets dismissed

Unbeaten since the beginning of the season and topping the Thai League standings, Buriram United caused a stir by suddenly dismissing coach Osmar Loss, the man behind their historic quadruple victory.

Buriram United sent shockwaves through Thai football by suddenly announcing the departure of Brazilian coach Osmar Loss just two days after their 2-2 draw with BG Pathum United on October 5. This decision came while the team was still leading the Thai League table with consistent form and an unbeaten record.

Osmar Loss, 50 years old, was appointed head coach of Buriram United at the start of the 2024/25 season. In his first year in charge, he achieved a remarkable feat by guiding “Prasat Sai Fah” to a quadruple win including the Thai League, Chang FA Cup, League Cup, and Shopee Cup, restoring the club’s dominance in Thai football.

In the 2025 season, Buriram United began impressively with six consecutive wins in the Thai League before being halted by a draw against BG Pathum United. In the AFC Champions League Elite, the team recorded one win and one loss, while in the Shopee Cup they recently drew two matches in a row. Despite this, the team’s performance remained stable, making the management’s decision to part ways puzzling to fans.

According to the club’s official statement, Buriram United appointed Emerson Pereira da Silva, a familiar figure within the coaching staff, as interim head coach until a permanent replacement is found.

During his 1 year and 4 months with the club, Osmar Loss left a strong mark on Buriram United. He managed 72 matches across all competitions, securing 49 wins, 14 draws, and only 9 losses, with a win rate of 68.06%. Under his leadership, the team scored 183 goals, averaging 2.54 goals per game, while conceding just 66 goals.

Four major trophies combined with consistent performance have made Osmar Loss one of the most successful coaches in Buriram United’s history. However, this sudden parting suggests the club may be preparing for a new phase in pursuit of greater continental ambitions.

Fans are closely watching every move of the Isan-based club, eager to see how Buriram United will maintain their form after parting ways with the coach who helped them dominate Thai football for over a year.