Roberto Martinez will step down as Portugal coach after the World Cup – See why

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez has decided to step down from his position upon the expiration of his contract at the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, keeping his options open for a return to either club or international management.

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez will step down from his position following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, regardless of the team’s ultimate tournament performance.

The 52-year-old Spaniard has reportedly decided not to renew his current contract with the Portuguese Football Federation. His deal is officially set to expire upon the tournament’s conclusion at the end of July.

Ahead of Portugal’s opening group-stage fixture against the Democratic Republic of Congo, Martinez remains completely aligned with the federation to maintain strict focus on their upcoming tournament campaign.

Looking beyond this summer, the veteran tactician is highly interested in a return to the Premier League. However, he also remains completely open to accepting another prominent international coaching position.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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