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Jorge Jesús has already started conversations with the ex-zagueiro Pepe to integrate him into the technical committee of the Portuguese selection. According to the Portuguese newspaper A Bola, the coach considers that the experience and leadership of the former captain of the national team can be fundamental at the beginning of a new cycle, and hopes to count on him if his hiring by the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) is confirmed. Pepe was…
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Reports: Jorge Jesus expected to take over as Portugal coach
Portugal intends to hire Jorge Jesus to replace Roberto Martinez as head coach, according to Portuguese outlet A Bola. Martinez stepped down following Portugal's loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. The 1-0 loss was final for mere minutes when Martinez stepped aside. "It is the end of the cycle," Martinez
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Jorge Jesus will be the new national coach of Portugal. The 71-year-old coach, who won the championship with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia last month, is signing a contract through the 2030 World Cup, according to Portuguese media.
Roberto Martínez confirms he is leaving the bench of a team that left the tournament with only two wins in five games after doubts arose from a proposal that tried to fit Ronaldo in at all costs.
Jesus to become new Portugal head coach
Jorge Jesus is set to become the new head coach of the Portugal national team. The 71-year-old will succeed Roberto Martínez, who announced he will step down after the end of his contract following Portugal’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. Jesus recently left Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr, where he guided the team to the league title alongside Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the development on X, wri…
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