Roberto Martinez in talks to join Al-Nassr amid Portugal World Cup campaign
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:35 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Roberto Martinez, currently the manager of the Portugal national soccer team, is in discussions to become the head coach of Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr. These talks reportedly began before the FIFA World Cup, where Portugal recently drew 1-1 against DR Congo in their opener. Martinez’s contract with the national team is set to expire at the end of the tournament. Al-Nassr's lineup features Cristiano Ronaldo, who played the full match against DR Congo, which leaves Portugal third in Group K.
- •Martinez manages Portugal, currently in World Cup play.
- •Portugal drew 1-1 against DR Congo in their opener.
- •Al-Nassr is linked to Cristiano Ronaldo, who played 90 minutes.
- •Martinez's contract with Portugal expires post-tournament.
- •Discussions with Al-Nassr began before the World Cup.
- 8:35 AMYahoo Sports — Portugal manager Roberto Martinez in talks to join Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr
"Roberto Martinez, manager of the Portugal national team, is in talks to join Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, according to a report from French media RMC Sport.Martinez’s Portugal side drew 1-1 agai...
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