Jorge Jesus Set to Replace Roberto Martinez as Portugal Coach After World Cup Exit
Shortly after Portugal's painful exit in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup against Spain, coach Roberto Martinez announced he would step down from his role. In a press conference, Martinez described his departure as "the end of an era" and acknowledged the legitimacy of the Portuguese Football Federation president's decision to appoint a new coach for the next project. He expressed gratitude for the support he received during his tenure.
The leading candidate to succeed Martinez is the experienced Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, aged 71, who is favored by federation president Pedro Proença. Reports from Portugal indicate that negotiations are at an advanced stage, with Jesus expected to meet federation officials immediately upon the national team's return to Lisbon to finalize his contract.
This coaching change marks a new chapter for the Portuguese national team as they prepare for future competitions following their 2026 World Cup campaign.
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