Jorge Jesus Waits in the Wings as Portugal Digest Painful World Cup Exit
A stoppage-time goal sent Spain through and ended Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup appearance, while local media reported Jorge Jesus as Roberto Martinez’s replacement.
- On July 7, Portugal exited the World Cup after unmarked Spain substitute Mikel Merino broke the deadlock in the 91st minute, sending Spain into the quarter-finals and ending the European side's tournament run.
- Entering the tournament as favorites, Portugal relied on a midfield featuring Vitinha, Joao Neves, and Bruno Fernandes; two group-stage draws left them second behind Colombia and forced a clash with European champions Spain.
- Portuguese newspaper Record declared "It's over" on its front page, while defender Ruben Dias clashed with former forward Ricardo Quaresma, who said, "With the talent and quality you have, you could have done much more."
- The round-of-16 defeat triggered Portugal manager Roberto Martinez's departure, while the 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed this was his last World Cup appearance, though he has not yet decided on international retirement.
- Local media reports suggest 71-year-old Jorge Jesus is set to replace the Spaniard; Jesus, a major figure in Portuguese football, left Al Nassr after winning the Saudi Pro League with Ronaldo in May.
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Jorge Jesus waits in the wings as Portugal digest painful World Cup exit
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