Abel Ferreira surpasses Telê Santana’s record, makes history

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·19 February 2026

Abel Ferreira surpasses Telê Santana’s record, makes history

The Portuguese coach has become the fifth longest-serving manager in the history of Brazilian football. Having led Verdão for five years, three months, and 15 days, he has surpassed Telê Santana, who stayed at São Paulo for five years, three months, and 14 days, between 1990 and 1996.

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