Roberto Martínez leaves the Portuguese national team after World Cup elimination

Roberto Martínez has confirmed his departure as head of Portugal after being knocked out in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup against Spain (1-0).

Roberto Martínez confirmed his departure from leading Portugal after their round of 16 exit in the 2026 World Cup against Spain (1-0).

“Yes, it was my last match with the Portugal team,” the coach said at the post-match press conference. Having joined the Portuguese bench in 2023, the Spaniard thanked the fans and the Portuguese people for a period he called “amazing” and “something to be proud of.”