Jorginho reflects on a positive season in Flamengo colours | OneFootball

Midfielder Jorginho believes he had a high-level 2025 in his first full season with Flamengo. The player took part in 32 matches, starting in 28 of them, and accumulated 2,471 minutes on the field. His contribution was significant, with five goals and three assists throughout the year.

Jorginho’s technical performance was widely recognized. With an average rating of 7.17 on Sofascore, the midfielder was selected three times for the platform’s Team of the Week. His consistency in the Brazilian Championship earned him the award for best defensive midfielder of the competition.

Impressive numbers

Jorginho showed great efficiency in crucial moments, converting seven out of seven penalty kicks. He also led playmaking rankings in the Brasileirão, with accurate passes in specific matches and an average of 70.8 accurate passes per game, the second best rate in the league.

A year of achievements

Collectively, the midfielder was essential in Flamengo’s four titles in 2025: Brazilian Championship, Conmebol Libertadores, FIFA Derby of the Americas, and FIFA Challenger Cup. The team also finished as runners-up in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

Return to the Italian national team?

On the eve of the final against Paris Saint-Germain, Jorginho gave an interview to Sky Sports, Italy. The player commented on his happiness at Flamengo and the possibility of a return to the Italian National Team: “I’m happy at Flamengo, it was a very good choice for me. As for the National Team, I’m working hard and, if they need me, I’m ready,” he said.

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