Jorge Jesus says Flamengo title was the highlight of his career | OneFootball

During his participation in the Portugal Football Summit, coach Jorge Jesus, currently at Al Nassr, chose the 2019 Libertadores as the most memorable title of his career. At the time, the Portuguese manager led Flamengo in the final against River Plate, when the Rio team came from behind to win 2–1 and be crowned champions.

“It was the title that brought me the most happiness and marked my career the most. It had to do with the game. In the 89th minute, we were losing 2–1 and, in two minutes, we won,” he said.

“Gabigol scored two goals and it was thrilling, in a stadium where 70% were Flamengo fans and it was a dream for them,” he added.

“It was a memorable victory precisely because of the moment, as the Libertadores is like the Champions League in Europe. Of course in Europe there is greater exposure, but the Libertadores is very important,” Jorge Jesus concluded.

50 million fans

In addition, Jesus also praised the Red-and-Black supporters. “Benfica, Sporting, and Porto are big clubs, but Flamengo alone has 50 million fans. It’s no joke,” he commented.

Flamengo’s schedule

For the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo face Botafogo on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at the Nilton Santos Stadium.

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