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Which former Flamengo coach took charge of Talleres (ARG)

Teams across world football are using the break for the World Cup to ‘recalculate their route’ for the 2026 season. Thus, on Wednesday (10), Talleres (ARG) announced the hiring of coach Jorge Sampaoli, former Flamengo manager.

What was Jorge Sampaoli’s spell at Flamengo like?

Jorge Sampaoli’s time at Flamengo did not leave fond memories for the rubro-negro fans. Hired in 2023 to replace Vítor Pereira, the Argentine even took Mengão to the Copa do Brasil final, but lost to São Paulo 2-1 on aggregate.

Besides the lack of results, the coach ‘lost the dressing room’ after assistant Pablo Fernández assaulted striker Pedro. As a result, Sampaoli was dismissed still in 2023, after 39 matches, with 20 wins, 11 draws, and eight losses. Later, Tite took over at Flamengo.

What was Jorge Sampaoli’s situation in 2026?

It is worth noting that Sampaoli had been a free agent since February of this year. That is because the coach was sacked by Atlético-MG after an inconsistent start to the season, with only two wins in ten matches. So, after four months out of work, the Argentine accepted the job at Talleres.

What is Flamengo’s plan?

At the moment, Luiz Araújo and the other Flamengo players who were not called up for the World Cup are enjoying a few weeks of vacation. The rubro-negro squad is scheduled to report back on June 19, at CT Ninho do Urubu.

In addition, Flamengo plans to hold a mid-season training camp in Portugal during the World Cup break, including three friendlies. There, the Rubro-Negro will face Falkirk (SCO), Birmingham (ENG), and Benfica (POR).

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