Roberto Martínez to step down as Portugal manager after World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Roberto Martínez is expected to leave his position as Portugal's national team manager following the conclusion of the World Cup. Reports indicate that the Spaniard has chosen not to renew his contract, which expires at the end of July. He has been in charge since January 2023 and led the team to a Nations League title in 2025. Portugal is set to begin their World Cup campaign against DR Congo on June 17. Martínez's future plans remain uncertain, with possibilities of returning to club management or taking on another national team.
- •Martínez has managed Portugal since January 2023.
- •He led Portugal to a Nations League title in 2025.
- •Portugal opens their World Cup campaign against DR Congo on June 17.
- •Martínez's contract expires at the end of July.
- •He may explore opportunities in club or international management post-tournament.
- 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — 💥Big shock looming, Roberto Martínez to quit Portugal
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — BREAKING: Martinez expected to step down as Portugal manager after World Cup
"Roberto Martinez is expected to step down as Portgual manager after the conclusion of the World Cup, according to talkSPORT.The 52-year-old Spaniard is said to have made the decision not to renew his ...
"According to several media outlets, the Spanish coach has reportedly decided not to continue in charge of the Portuguese national team after the World Cup ends. Just hours before Portugal’s debut at...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 4:48 PM💥Big shock looming, Roberto Martínez to quit Portugal
According to several media outlets, the Spanish coach has reportedly decided not to continue in charge of the Portuguese national team after the World Cup ends. Just hours before Portugal’s debut at...
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 4:45 PMBREAKING: Martinez expected to step down as Portugal manager after World Cup
Roberto Martinez is expected to step down as Portgual manager after the conclusion of the World Cup, according to talkSPORT.The 52-year-old Spaniard is said to have made the decision not to renew his ...
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