Leonardo Jardim takes Flamengo job with impressive record against Rio sides

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·5 March 2026

Leonardo Jardim takes Flamengo job with impressive record against Rio sides

According to Coluna Do Fla, Flamengo announced Leonardo Jardim on Wednesday.

The Portuguese coach arrives with an impressive return against Rio opponents.

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During his Cruzeiro stint he faced each of Rio’s leading sides twice, posting four wins, three draws and one loss, a sequence that includes meetings with Flamengo.

His first match in charge is set for Sunday at the Maracanã against Fluminense, a single-leg Campeonato Carioca decider, with kick-off at 18:00 Brasília time.

Preparations are under way under his watch.

Source: Coluna Do Fla