Jorge Jesus has accepted the function of Portugal’s new head coach and is about to succeed Roberto Martínez following the nation’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The skilled Portuguese supervisor will lead the Seleção into a brand new period, together with his venture set to cowl the UEFA Nations League, Euro 2028 and the subsequent FIFA World Cup.
Jesus arrives after guiding Al Nassr to the Saudi Professional League title, the place he labored intently with Cristiano Ronaldo throughout a profitable home marketing campaign.
Softfootball understands that The appointment follows Roberto Martínez’s determination to step down after Portugal’s Spherical of 16 elimination to Spain. The Spaniard introduced his resignation after the 1-0 defeat, stating that the nationwide workforce wanted a “new voice” to steer its subsequent chapter. His departure additionally coincided with the expiry of his contract after the event.
Portugal will now look to Jorge Jesus to construct on the present squad and information the nationwide workforce again into rivalry for main worldwide honours.
