World Cup 2026: Jorge Jesus named Portugal's new head coach
Jorge Jesus has been named the new head coach of the Portugal national football team, signing a contract that runs through the 2030 World Cup. He expressed his intent to continue selecting Cristiano Ronaldo for the squad as long as the player remains fit.
Why it matters
This marks a major leadership change for a top-tier national football team ahead of a significant international tournament cycle.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Jorge Jesus began his coaching career in 1990 with Portuguese club Amora
Jorge Jesus has been named Portugal's new head coach on a four-year contract to run through to the 2030 World Cup with the nation co-hosting the tournament.
Portugal were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the last 16 of this summer's tournament, and former boss Roberto Martinez had already announced he would be stepping down from the role he had held since January 2023.
Portuguese Jesus, 71, has worked with national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo during his one-year deal as Al Nassr head coach, and the pair lifted the Saudi Pro League title last season.
Following Portugal's exit on Monday , Ronaldo confirmed this World Cup would be his sixth and final, although he has made no official comment about retiring fully from international football.
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