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Portugal coach Martinez resigns after World Cup exit

Published July 7, 2026 · Updated July 7, 2026 · NRK

Portugal's head coach Roberto Martinez announced his resignation following the team's exit from the World Cup at the Round‑of‑16 stage against Spain. Martinez, who joined the national side in 2023, said he had come to win the tournament and sees no purpose in continuing after failing to achieve that goal.

Roberto Martinez, appointed in 2023, stepped down as Portugal’s head coach after the team was eliminated in the round‑of‑16 of the World Cup by Spain, with Mikel Merino scoring the only goal in extra time.

Portugal will have a new coach when they face Norway at Ullevaal in the Nations League in late September. Martinez lauded 41‑year‑old Cristiano Ronaldo as an exemplary captain and thanked him for his contribution, but he did not comment on the striker’s future, sparking speculation that Ronaldo may also retire from international duty. sweetbonanza.qpon

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