Rio de Janeiro, Dec. 16 -- Cruzeiro has parted ways with manager Leonardo Jardim after less than a year in the job, the Brazilian top-flight club said.

The announcement came a day after Cruzeiro lost to Corinthians on penalties in the Copa do Brasil semifinals.

"We are grateful for his dedication, commitment, and professionalism throughout the year," the Belo Horizonte-based club said in a statement.

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