Portuguese Football in English
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It was not supposed to end this way
Cristiano Ronaldo brings the curtain down on his Portugal career A rift between new Portugal coach Jorge Jesus and captain Cristiano Ronaldo has led...
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Timeline leading to Cristiano Ronaldo “crisis” talks with Portugal national team management
The transition from the Portugal national football team containing its greatest ever player, Cristiano Ronaldo, to the Portugal national football...
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The Seleção podcast: Two wins… and drama
In episode 119 of The Seleção Podcast, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira. They discuss the Jorge Jesus era getting...
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Jorge Jesus appointed new Portugal coach, increasing the likelihood of Ronaldo prolonging his international career
As has been widely speculated since Portugal’s defeat to Spain, which led Roberto Martínez to step down as Seleção coach, Jorge Jesus has been...
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Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Al Nassr clinch Saudi title, Jesus confirms departure [video]
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Al Nassr 4-1 Damac Al Nassr are champions of Saudi Arabia after Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice to help Jorge Jesus’ side clinch the Pro League on...
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Al Nassr boss Jorge Jesus joins Cristiano Ronaldo in calling for calm as last-gasp goalkeeping blunder delays Saudi title celebrations [video]
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Al Nassr 1-1 Al Hilal Al Nassr were seconds from celebrating the Saudi Arabian Pro League title on Tuesday evening, but an incredible late error by...
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Portugal’s 10 Best Football Managers, Ranked
Portugal has become a prodigious incubator for talented managers. Four or five decades ago, Portuguese football coaches were viewed in a poor light...
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João Félix, Jorge Jesus receive monthly awards with Al Nassr, as Sérgio Conceição heads to Saudi to take over rivals Al Ittihad
Jorge Jesus and João Félix are enjoying a fine start to life with Al Nassr, where the Portuguese pair have helped Cristiano Ronaldo’s side to a 100%...
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From heaven to hell: Benfica versus Chelsea 2012/13 Europa League final revisited
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. For two weeks, Benfica supporters dreamed of winning all that was to be won. Leading the league...
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Jorge Jesus: “I haven’t brought myself to watch a Sporting game live since the attack; Benfica fans never forgave me”
In June 2015 Jorge Jesus made one of the most sensational switches of allegiance in Portuguese football history when he left Benfica for fierce...
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Cristiano Ronaldo welcomes Jorge Jesus as new boss of Al Nassr
Veteran Portuguese boss Jorge Jesus is back in Saudi Arabian football, after signing a one-year contract to manage Al Nassr for the upcoming 2025-26...
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Neymar praises Jorge Jesus, as Portuguese boss likens himself to Pedro Álvares Cabral ahead of potential Brazil return
When veteran Portuguese manager Jorge Jesus gives an interview, there is usually no shortage of takeaway quotes suitable for circulation in the...
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There’s no comparison between Saudi and Portuguese leagues – Al Hilal boss Jorge Jesus
Jorge Jesus sat down with Portuguese newspaper A Bola this week for an extensive interview, in which he discussed his current situation in Saudi...
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Jorge Jesus on Al Hilal’s all-time world record run: “Wonderful teamwork”
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Champions League: Benfica blitz past Barça in week of disappointment for Porto and Sporting
Benfica have returned to winning ways on the European stage with a historic 3-0 victory against Barcelona at the Estádio da Luz, tonight - their...
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João Mário goal sees Benfica through with comfort
Benfica 2-0 Spartak Moscow Benfica have made it through to the final round of UEFA Champions League qualifiers after defeating Spartak Moscow 2-0 in...
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Braga beat nine-man Benfica to lift Portuguese Cup
Braga 2-0 Benfica Sporting de Braga have won the Taça de Portugal for the third time in their history after defeating nine-man Benfica 2-0 in...
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Sporting surrender invincibility in seven-goal Lisbon derby thriller
Benfica 4-3 Sporting Sporting have failed to keep their invincibility record alive after going 32 league games unbeaten, suffering a 4-3 defeat to...
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Porto near Champions League qualification with Clássico draw at the expense of surrendering the title
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PortuGOAL QUOTE OF THE DAY
PortuGOAL QUOTE OF THE DAY Quote Said by Context Date “I tried to take advantage of every minute the mister gave me. It wasn’t the result we wanted,...