Filipe Luís Aims to Break São Paulo vs Flamengo Streak as Young Coach Sets Record
On February 28, 2026, Flamengo will kick off its Brasileirão campaign against São Paulo. The match is significant for Flamengo, aiming to break a four-year winless streak at Morumbi Stadium. Their last victory at this venue was in 2022. Since then, Flamengo has faced São Paulo four times there, resulting in two losses and two draws.
Filipe Luís Seeks to Set Record
Filipe Luís, Flamengo’s head coach, aims to achieve a remarkable milestone in this match. He will be the first coach in the league’s history under the current points-based system to lead Flamengo in consecutive season openers. This achievement highlights his stability and influence on the team.
Filipe Luís’s Coaching Record
Despite being one of the youngest coaches in Brazil’s Serie A, Filipe Luís has an impressive record. Over three seasons, he has managed Flamengo in:
- 48 matches with 29 wins
- 13 draws
- 6 losses
This translates to a winning percentage of 69.44% in the Brasileirão. Overall, he has coached Flamengo in 91 matches, leading the team to secure five major trophies, including the Brasileiro, Libertadores, and Copa do Brasil.
Flamengo’s Championship Defense
Flamengo enters 2026 as the defending champion, having won both the national league and the Copa Libertadores last season. Their goal is to continue this success, starting with a strong performance against São Paulo.
São Paulo’s Pressured Environment
São Paulo, under pressure from recent performance struggles, is currently near the relegation zone in the Paulistão. Facing a well-coordinated and competent Flamengo squad will further heighten the stakes for their upcoming matches.
The match is scheduled to begin at 21:30 at Morumbi Stadium, making it a crucial encounter for both teams as Flamengo seeks to break the streak and São Paulo aims for redemption.
