Willian Arão on 2019 at Flamengo: Jorge Jesus was "a pain" | OneFootball

What did Willian Arão say about Jorge Jesus?

Former Flamengo player, Willian Arão was part of one of the most successful generations in the club’s history. In addition, the midfielder played key moments with Jorge Jesus, the former coach of Mengão. The player even recalled the year 2019 and commented on his relationship with the Portuguese coach.

– He was tough. Diego (Ribas) was too. Both always with respect, of course. But the demands were firm. Jorge was worse, more annoying. With Jorge, you couldn’t even answer back, since he was the coach (laughs). He would answer with that ‘f***, bam’ –, said Arão, during his participation in the event ‘Craque do Amanhã’.

What was Arão’s journey like at Flamengo?

Willian Arão left Flamengo as one of the most successful players in recent years of Brazilian football. Wearing the Sacred Mantle, the midfielder won one Libertadores, two Brasileiros, two Supercopas do Brasil, one Recopa Sudamericana, and four Carioca Championships.

Additionally, the midfielder starred in a funny moment with Jorge Jesus in 2019. During a training match against Madureira, Willian Arão received some criticism from the coach throughout the game. One of the Portuguese’s phrases even became a meme on the internet, when he said: “You’re doing badly, Arão”.

When did Jorge Jesus coach Flamengo?

Jorge Jesus became one of the greatest coaches in the history of Flamengo. The Portuguese arrived at Mais Querido in June 2019, after the dismissal of Abel Braga. During his time in charge, Mengão won five titles, including a Libertadores and a Brasileirão.

What is Willian Arão’s current situation?

After making history at Flamengo, Willian Arão was transferred to Fenerbahçe (TUR) in July 2022. At the moment, the midfielder is wearing the Santos jersey and, in the 2025 season, has played 13 matches, without scoring goals or providing assists.

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