The Portuguese national team, led by Roberto Martinez, is seeking success in the 2026 World Cup.
Who is Martinez?
Martinez is a Spanish coach who has already led Belgium to a World Cup semifinal.
He takes over the Portuguese team after the departure of Fernando Santos, who had won the Euro 2016 title. Martinez has a star-studded team, including Vitinha, Bernardo Silva, and Cristiano Ronaldo.
What to expect from Martinez?
Martinez aims high in this tournament, with the intention of at least matching Portugal's best campaigns and reaching the semifinals. The Portuguese team has a challenge ahead, with a game against Croatia in the second phase.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-17 | Congo DR | 1-1 |
Upcoming games
The Portuguese national team has an upcoming game against Croatia in the second phase of the World Cup. In addition, the team also has a game against Wales on 2026-09-24.
| Date | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-24 | Wales | Home |
The Portuguese team is in good form, with 3 wins and 2 draws in the last 5 games. With Martinez in charge, the Portuguese national team is seeking to make a good campaign in the 2026 World Cup.
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