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Former Flamengo, Jorge Jesus reaches record at Al Hilal

Coach of Mengão's historic campaign in 2019 as well, JJ put his name in the history of the Saudi club in victory last Monday (21)

Jorge Jesus achieves record at Al Hilal - Photo: Reproduction/Al Hilal

23 Out 2024 | 11:12 |

Al-Hilal (SAU)'s 5-4 victory over Al Ain (UAE) had great repercussions in Brazil, mainly for marking the returnof Neymarto the pitch after a year away. However, another important feat caught attention: the impact of this game on the career of Jorge Jesus, former Flamengo coach. With the result, the Portuguese coach became the coach with the most victories in the history of the Saudi club.

Now, Jorge Jesus has 81 victories ahead of Al-Hilal. The most impressive thing is that he reached this number without completing 100 games (96 in total). This is his second stint with the current runner-up in the world. In 2018, he won 18 victories in 24 games, and since 2023, he has accumulated62 triumphs. Furthermore, "Mister" has four titles in Saudi Arabia.

Name in the Guinness Book

In addition to consolidating himself as Al-Hilal's most successful coach, Jorge Jesus also entered the Book of Records. Last season, he led the team on an impressive run of 34 consecutive wins, the greatest feat of its kind in world football, securing its place in the Guinness Book.

Jorge Jesus at Flamengo

At Flamengo, Jorge Jesus also left his mark. He won moretitles (five) than defeats(four) between 2019 and 2020. During his time at the club, the coach lifted the Brasileirão, Libertadores, Supercup, Recopa and Campeonato Carioca.

In total, Jorge Jesus led Flamengo in 58 games, obtaining 44 wins, ten draws and just four defeats. After leaving Mengão, the Portuguese played for Benfica (POR) and Fenerbahçe (TUR), before returning to Al-Hilal, where he has already played 96 games.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

Former Flamengo, Jorge Jesus reaches record at Al Hilal