Rafael Leão was the star of the show in the Portuguese Abroad section at the weekend, marking a sensational return to form with two goals as AC Milan stunned runaway Serie A leaders Napoli with a 4-0 victory at the Maradona Stadium.

In England, there was a first goal of the season for injury-recovered Ricardo Pereira, as well as a late equaliser for Wolves’ Daniel Podence. Former Benfica forward Jota also found the net in Scotland, as Luso players struck in as many as 13 different countries this week.

• Fernando Santos

The recent international break saw Fernando Santos begin his tenure as manager of the Polish National Team in the European Championship qualifiers.

Poland contest Group E of qualification, in what is considered a routine passage to Euro 2024. However, an opening matchday defeat to Czech Republic followed by a forgettable 1-0 home win over Albania has made for a modest start for the Portuguese in his new role.

Jorge Jesus has offered further indication that he could leave Fenerbahçe when his contract expires at the end of the season, with a return to Brazilian football suggested as the most likely destination for the veteran Portuguese boss.

Jesus took charge of Fenerbahçe last summer and the Istanbul side are currently in a battle with fierce local rivals Galatasaray for the Super Lig title. However, it has recently been speculated that despite his popularity with supporters – Jesus may look to move on regardless of whether Fener are successful in their ambitions.

The upcoming Campeonato Brasileiro 2023 is currently scheduled to have an astonishing eight Portuguese managers in place, after Pepa was confirmed as new boss of Cruzeiro.

Former Paços Ferreira and Vitória de Guimarães coach Pepa has signed a contract valid for one season in Belo Horizonte, where he is charged with the task of guiding Cruzeiro upon their return to the top flight.