The Portugal national team officially confirmed the hiring of coach Jorge Jesus, 71, to lead the team. The experienced coach, known for his remarkable spells at Flamengo, takes over the vacancy left by Spaniard Roberto Martínez. The announcement was made this Thursday, July 10, 2026, and highlights the Portuguese’s new challenge in his career, as it will be the first time he manages a national team.
In a post on social media, the official profile of the Portuguese team welcomed the new commander with a clear message: “A new path begins today. Welcome to the National Team, Mister Jorge Jesus. 🇵🇹 #ViemosParaVencer”. The arrival of Jesus, who had led Al-Nassr to their first Saudi title alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, marks an important transition in the country’s coaching leadership.
Information about the contract indicates that Jorge Jesus should receive an approximate amount of R$25 million per season, as reported by the Portuguese press. This substantial remuneration reflects the expectations placed on his work for the future of the Portuguese team.
An idol of Flamengo fans for his historic achievements between 2019 and 2020, the Portuguese coach takes on an unprecedented role in his career. He has never managed a national team before, which adds an element of newness and curiosity to this chapter of his career.
In his home country, his most notable work was at the helm of Benfica, during which time he accumulated 10 important titles, including three Portuguese Championship trophies. This phase consolidated his reputation as one of the most successful coaches in Portugal.
He also had a spell at Sporting, one of Benfica’s great rivals. The direct change between the two clubs at the time generated great controversy and heated debates among fans. In command of the alviverde team, Jesus won two cups.
In addition to his legendary spell at Flamengo, where he surpassed the number of titles in relation to defeats (five against four, including the Campeonato Brasileiro and Copa Libertadores), Jorge Jesus also played a fundamental role at Al-Hilal.
In his two stays at the Saudi club, he celebrated winning the national championship, winning the King’s Cup and lifting the Saudi Arabian Super Cup on three occasions, demonstrating his ability to succeed in different football contexts and cultures.
