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Reports: Mourinho to Lead Portugal National Team After 2026 World Cup

Reports: Mourinho to Lead Portugal National Team After 2026 World Cup

10 February 2026at13:49

News reports indicate that Benfica coach, José Mourinho, has emerged as a strong candidate to lead the Portugal national team after the 2026 World Cup.

ESPN confirmed that Mourinho will depart Benfica at the end of the current season to take charge of the Portugal national team, succeeding Spanish coach Roberto Martínez, whose contract with the Portuguese Football Federation expires after the World Cup.

The same source also clarified that Mourinho will leave his position at Benfica to his compatriot, Rúben Amorim, who has expressed readiness to return to the Portuguese league after his unsuccessful spell with English club Manchester United.

It is worth noting that the Portugal national team is in Group 11 of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Uzbekistan, Colombia, and the qualifier from the playoff (DR Congo, Jamaica, and Caledonia).

When is José Mourinho expected to begin coaching the Portugal national team?

José Mourinho is anticipated to take over the Portugal national team after the 2026 World Cup, following the expiration of current coach Roberto Martínez's contract.

What are the implications for Benfica with José Mourinho's reported departure?

Reports suggest Mourinho will leave Benfica at the end of the current season, with his compatriot Rúben Amorim expected to step in as the new head coach.
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