Jorge Jesus named Portugal coach, would welcome Cristiano Ronaldo back
Jorge Jesus has been appointed as the new head coach of the Portugal national football team following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup.
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Jorge Jesus has officially assumed the role of Portugal coach. This appointment follows the departure of Martinez and the team's exit from the 2026 World Cup.
Coverage from Reuters, ESPN, and The Times of India focuses on the transition in leadership. Reports from MARCA and the BBC highlight recent controversy, including allegations of a player boycott against Cristiano Ronaldo during the tournament and the departure of the former coach.
It remains to be seen how the roster will evolve under the new management. While Jorge Jesus has described Cristiano Ronaldo as a symbol of Portuguese football and expressed a willingness to include him, coverage does not yet specify whether Ronaldo will return to the squad for future fixtures.
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Quick answers
Who is the new Portugal head coach?
Jorge Jesus has been appointed to lead the Portugal national team.
What is the new coach's position on Cristiano Ronaldo?
According to coverage, Jorge Jesus stated that Ronaldo would be welcome back and called him a symbol of Portuguese football.
What issues were reported during the 2026 World Cup?
Reports from MARCA mention accusations that players boycotted Cristiano Ronaldo, while the BBC characterized the team's performance and the departure of Martinez as being described by some as 'pathetic'.
Coverage (8)
- World Cup 2026: Jorge Jesus named Portugal's new head coach BBC · 8h ago
- Ronaldo still has Portugal future if he wants it, says new coach Jesus Al Jazeera · 8h ago
- Roberto Martinez confirms Portugal departure after World Cup exit: ‘It doesn’t make sense to continue’ The New York Times · 8h ago
- 'Cristiano Ronaldo will never be a problem for Portugal': New coach Jorge Jesus calls forward 'symbol of Portuguese football' The Times of India · 8h ago
- Jorge Jesus appointed new Portugal coach after World Cup exit Reuters · 8h ago
- A football legend accuses portuguese players of boycotting Cristiano Ronaldo during the World Cup MARCA · 8h ago
- World Cup 2026: Ronaldo's World Cup career ends in tears as 'pathetic' Martinez departs BBC · 8h ago
- Jorge Jesus named Portugal coach, would welcome Cristiano Ronaldo back ESPN · 8h ago
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