Abel Ferreira and Filipe Luís are part of the top 10 of the best technicians in the world in 2025 by IFFHS

Federação Internacional of História and Estatísticas of Futebol (IFFHS) released the ranking of the best club coaches in the world in 2025. Dois coaches who work at Brasil are in the top 10: Abel Ferreira, from Palmeiras, in ninth place, and Filipe Luís, from

The ranking considers performance throughout the calendar year, from January to December 2025. Voting involves sports journalists and experts from more than 120 countries.

• Luis Enrique (PSG) led with a wide advantage in points.
• Enzo Maresca (Chelsea) and Hansi Flick (Barcelona) completed the podium.
• Other Europeans such as Vincent Kompany and Mikel Arteta also appeared in the top positions.

Complete IFFHS ranking

The entity has maintained this award since 1987, evaluating the coaches’ achievements and consistency. Luis Enrique received recognition for transforming PSG into a dominant team.

Here is the top ten list:

• 1st: Luis Enrique (Spain/PSG)
• 2nd: Enzo Maresca (Italy/Chelsea)
• 3rd: Hansi Flick (Germany/Barcelona)
• 4th: Vincent Kompany (Belgium/Bayern from Munique)
• 5th: Mikel Arteta (Spain/Arsenal)
• 6th: Antonio Conte (Italy/Napoli)
• 7th: Simone Inzaghi (Italy/Inter of Milão and Al-Hilal)
• 8th: Xabi Alonso (Spain/Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid)
• 9th: Abel Ferreira (Portugal/Palmeiras)
• 10th: Filipe Luís (Brazil/Flamengo) and Krunoslav Jurčić (Croatia/Pyramids)

Presence of coaches at Brasil

Abel Ferreira and Filipe Luís represent Brazilian football in the world elite. Abel has maintained consistency at the helm of Palmeiras for five years, even without titles in 2025. Filipe Luís, in his rapid rise as coach, guided Flamengo to multiple victories this year.

The inclusion of two technicians who work in the country highlights the competitiveness of Campeonato Brasileiro. Clubes like Palmeiras and Flamengo attract international attention for their technical quality.

Trajectory of Abel Ferreira

Abel Ferreira reached Palmeiras in 2020 and has accumulated titles over the years. In 2025, the team reached important finals, but finished runner-up in national and continental competitions.

The Portuguese had already appeared in previous IFFHS rankings. Sua tactical approach and squad management receive constant praise.

Rise of Filipe Luís

Filipe Luís recently started his career as a coach and has already achieved impressive results with Flamengo. The team won trophies such as the Campeonato Carioca, the Supercopa of the Brasil, the Brasileirão and the Libertadores in 2025.

Its position in the ranking marks its debut on global lists. The draw with Jurčić reflects the balance in the final score.

Award methodology

The IFFHS uses objective criteria based on annual performance. Jornalistas and experts vote considering achievements, campaigns in competitions and tactical impact.

More than 120 countries participate in the process. The annual ranking serves as a reference for global club football.

South American representatives

In addition to the Brazilian coaches, few names from outside Europa appear in the top 10. The presence of Abel and Filipe Luís reinforces the relevance of Conmebol on the global stage.

Pyramids, Flamengo’s recent opponent in international competitions, also has representation.

Winner history

Luis Enrique wins the award for the second time, repeating the feat from 2015 with Barcelona. Outros Recent winners include the likes of Carlo Ancelotti and Pep Guardiola.

The award has evolved over the decades, maintaining a focus on statistics and international voting.