Portugal hires Jorge Jesus as new coach after disappointing World Cup
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Jorge Jesus addresses journalists after being presented to the media as the new Portugal soccer head coach at the Portuguese Football Federation in Oeiras, outside Lisbon, on Friday. - AP photo
AP - Portugal has announced Jorge Jesus as its new coach following its disappointing run at the World Cup.
The 71-year-old Jesus has coached several Portuguese clubs, including Benfica and Sporting Lisbon. His last job was with Al-Nassr in the Saudi Arabian league.
The experienced Portuguese coach will replace Spaniard Roberto Martinez after Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the round-of-16 of the World Cup.
The Portuguese national team wrote on X on Friday that "A new journey begins today. Welcome to the National Team, Mister Jorge Jesus."
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