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Fernando Santos returns to coaching role as Poland boss

Despite winning two major trophies with Portugal, a quarter-final loss against Morocco ended Santos's reign at Portugal as Roberto Martinez replaced him. Now the Portuguese coach will replace Czeslaw Michniewicz as Poland’s head coach.

SportMob16 months ago

In a shocking move, Roberto Martinez is set to be appointed as Portugal’s manager

After leading Belgium’s so-called Golden Generation, Roberto Martinez now joins Portugal as their new head coach

SportMob16 months ago

Portugal sacks Fernando Santos following World Cup controversial exit

Despite winning two major trophies with Portugal, a quarter-final loss against Morocco and controversies surrounding benching Ronaldo, became the fatal flaw to Santos' Portugal career as FPF officially confirms the sacking of the manager.

SportMob17 months ago

Santos after Portugal’s elimination: “Resign is not in my vocabulary”

Following a defeat against the underdogs, Morocco, Portugal was eliminated in the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals. After the shocking 1-0 defeat, Fernando Santos rules out resigning from his job.

SportMob17 months ago

Santos rubbishes rumors about Ronaldo asking to leave Portugal camp

There were reports suggesting that the 5-time Ballon d'Or winner requested to leave Portugal camp after being benched in their 6-1 round of 16 victory over Switzerland. A frustrated Fernando Santos rubbishes the claims.

SportMob17 months ago

I have a strong relationship with Ronaldo, says Portugal coach Santos

Portugal manager Fernando Santos insists he still has a good relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo despite dropping him for the game against Switzerland.

SportMob17 months ago

Santos chides Ronaldo for his behavior against South Korea

Portugal boss Santos insists that Ronaldo’s transfer talk doesn’t have any effect on Portugal’s performances while also being cross with him because of his behavior against South Korea.

SportMob17 months ago

Santos: ”Man United pressure doesn't affect Ronaldo’s performance”

Manchester United decided to terminate Cristiano Ronaldo's contract after a controversial interview last week. However, the Portuguese scored in his side's 3-2 victory over Ghana to become the first player to score in five separate World Cups.

SportMob18 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s proud of World Cup record amid Man United saga

After his contract was terminated by Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at five men’s World Cups with a goal against Ghana. Ronaldo becomes sentimental in his post-match interview.

SportMob18 months ago

Ronaldo set to miss Portugal’s warm up game against Nigeria

The Portuguese star is going to miss Portugal’s friendly game against Nigeria prior to World Cup due to stomach problems.

SportMob18 months ago

Santos denies Moutinho's last World Cup wish with Sanches also absent

Appearing 146 times for his country, the 36-year-old midfielder was overlooked in favor of Ruben Neves and Matheus Nunes. However, the Portugal captain will now try to become one of just four players to hit the net at four separate editions of the tournament

SportMob18 months ago

Santos insists Portugal “cannot face more pressure” before Spain clash

The battle against Spain is a winner-takes-all in order to gain a spot in the Nations League Finals and according to Fernando Santos, the Portugal are not going to endure more pressure.

SportMob20 months ago

Santos apologized Djalo for forgetting him on the bench

Last night, Portugal managed to get victory against the Czech Republic, but this victory was affected by the strange mistake of the head coach of this team.

SportMob20 months ago

Ronaldo not traveling with Portugal for clash against Switzerland

Cristiano Ronaldo will be rested for Portugal's Nations League match against Switzerland on Sunday, according to Fernando Santos.

SportMob23 months ago

Santos denied similarities between Portugal & Brazil

The Portuguese coach opposes comparing his team to Brazil.

SportMob30 months ago

Santos defends aging Portugal squad after 5-0 win against Luxembourg

Portugal boss Fernando Santos defended his experienced side after thrashing Luxembourg 5-0 in their World Cup qualifier thanks to Cristiano Ronaldo’s hat-trick.

SportMob31 months ago

Best Portuguese Managers of All Time

Portugal has been one of the most important and influential countries in the football history. That’s why in today’s article at Sportmob, we are going to have a career review of the best Portuguese managers of all time who are known for their attractive style of football.

Fernando Santos Biography

He is a four-time Super League Greece Manager of the Year winner and European Coach of the Year in 2016. In this article, we will take a look at Fernando Santos biography.

Top facts about Fernando Santos, Penta's engineer

Fernando Santos is a Portuguese football manager and former player who played as a defender. He is the national team coach of Portugal. Here you can read about the most important facts about Fernando Santos, the Portuguese coach.

Portugal players were in tears after Euro 2020 shock exit, says Santos

Portugal boss Fernando Santos revealed some players cried in the changing room following their 1-0 defeat to Belgium which eliminated them from Euro 2020.

SportMob35 months ago