Portugal coach Roberto Martínez steps down after the national team’s FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination in the round of 16. Multiple outlets report that Portugal lose 1-0 to Spain, with Mikel Merino scoring an injury-time winner at Dallas Stadium. Following the defeat, Martínez confirms the move in immediate terms, with reports citing that his contract ends on the day of the match and that he sees no reason to continue without winning the World Cup. Several accounts describe the decision as part of an “end of a cycle,” and note that Portugal are expected to reach later stages given the strength of the squad. Martínez, who is appointed in 2023, had previous success including a quarter-final finish at UEFA Euro 2024 and winning the UEFA Nations League in the following year, according to the coverage. Outlets also highlight his remarks about Cristiano Ronaldo, whom he calls an exemplary captain, and he frames Ronaldo’s World Cup dream as a key motivator during their time together. Overall, the reports agree Martínez leaves after the Spain match and the Portugal board is left to choose a new coach.
Roberto Martínez resigns as Portugal coach after World Cup 2026 loss to Spain
Portugal coach Roberto Martínez steps down after the national team’s FIFA World Cup 2026 elimination in the round of 16. Multiple outlets report that Portugal lose 1-0 to Spain, with Mikel Merino scor...
- Roberto Martínez resigns as Portugal head coach after Portugal’s FIFA World Cup 2026 round-of-16 exit to Spain.
- Spain beat Portugal 1-0 at Dallas Stadium, with Mikel Merino scoring an injury-time goal.
- Martínez says he has no point continuing without winning the World Cup and that his contract ends after the match.
- Martínez has been Portugal’s coach since 2023, with a UEFA Euro 2024 quarter-final and a UEFA Nations League title reported during his tenure.
- He thanks Cristiano Ronaldo, describing him as an exemplary captain, following Portugal’s elimination.
Roberto Martinez had already announced he would leave Portugal, and his exit was confirmed on Wednesday following their World Cup exit. The post Martinez officially leaves Portugal job amid Jesus links appeared first on SoccerNews.
1 month agoRoberto Martinez has stepped down as Portugal head coach following the team's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup Round of 16.The Spaniard confirmed after the match that his contract had come to an e...
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1 month agoMartínez, who took charge of Portugal in 2023 after leaving Belgium, was already due to see his contract expire at the end of the World Cup The post ‘We didn’t fail’ – Roberto Martínez resigns as Portugal Coach after World Cup exit appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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