Jorge Jesus to be Portugal's new manager, says newspaper | OneFootball

Coach Jorge Jesus will be the new manager of the Portugal national team.

The information was reported by the Portuguese newspaper "A Bola" shortly after the confirmation of Roberto Martínez's departure, as he left the position following Portugal’s elimination by Spain at the 2026 World Cup.

Available on the market after ending his spell in Saudi Arabian football, Jorge Jesus is the consensus choice to lead the national team’s new cycle.

According to the publication, a meeting between the coach and Pedro Proença, president of the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), should seal the agreement in the coming days, as soon as the delegation returns from the United States.

Roberto Martínez’s farewell

The change in the coaching staff comes immediately after Portugal’s exit in the round of 16. The team was defeated 1-0 by Spain, with a goal from midfielder Mikel Merino deep into second-half stoppage time.

In a press conference held right after the final whistle, Roberto Martínez confirmed his farewell:

"It is the end of the cycle. It is important now to have that again, and it is legitimate for the president to choose his national team coach. I am grateful for all the support they gave me."

Portugal’s World Cup campaign

Despite having one of the most talented squads in its history, the Portuguese national team had an inconsistent run in the tournament.

Group Stage: They opened with a draw against the Democratic Republic of the Congo, thrashed Uzbekistan, and played out a goalless draw with Colombia, advancing in second place.

Second Round: They came from behind to beat Croatia in a tough and highly contested match.

Round of 16: They bowed out of the tournament after losing to neighboring Spain in a balanced clash decided in the final moments.

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