Portugal’s new era: Jorge Jesus reunites with Cristiano Ronaldo

Vandaag om 16:53, Jorge Jesus, the 71‑year‑old Portugees, was announced as the new bondscoach of Portugal, taking over from the departed Roberto Martínez. The appointment instantly reunites him with Cristiano Ronaldo, who will again play under his guidance.

Roberto Martínez announced his departure immediately after the WK‑uitschakeling, confirming that his contract would end following the WK. His exit leaves the national side without a head coach at a critical moment.

The Portuguese newspaper A Bola reported that Jesus had already been approached, and the Portuguese football federation has now confirmed his official appointment. This swift confirmation underscores the federation’s intent to stabilise the team.

Jesus began his coaching career in 1989 at Amora FC, before moving on to clubs such as Benfica, Sporting CP, Braga, Flamengo, Al Hilal, Fenerbahçe and Al Nassr. His recent stint at Al Nassr in Saudi‑Arabië saw him work directly with Cristiano Ronaldo.

His trophy cabinet includes three Portugees league titles, one Portugese cup, six Portugese League Cups, one Turkse cup, one Braziliaanse championship, one Supercup of Brazilië, and two Saudi‑Arabië league titles, plus ten other honours. These achievements highlight his experience across the League, Cup and international competitions.

With the new appointment, Portugal now looks to rebuild after the WK exit, relying on Jesus’s extensive experience and the continued presence of Ronaldo to guide the national side forward.