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Portugal Appoints Jorge Jesus as New Coach, Plans to Retain Cristiano Ronaldo

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First reported by Mako · 1 hour ago

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Portugal appoints Jorge Jesus as new national team coach following a disappointing 2026 World Cup exit, with plans to keep Cristiano Ronaldo in the squad. Jesus, who recently led Al Nassr to a Saudi league title, will guide Portugal through Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup. His close relationship with Ronaldo suggests the star forward will remain central to the team's future.

01Portugal appoints Jorge Jesus as new national team coach after 2026 World Cup disappointment.
02Jesus replaces Roberto Martinez, whose tenure ended amid criticism despite Nations League win.
03Jesus will lead Portugal at Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup, co-hosted by Portugal, Spain, and Morocco.
04Jesus has a strong relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo and does not plan to exclude him.
05Jesus recently won the Saudi league with Al Nassr, where Ronaldo also played.
06Former goalkeeper Joaquim de Silva believes Jesus can restore faith in the Portuguese team.

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