Tracking sports for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Sports · PoliticsPortuguese coach José Mourinho files ECHR complaint over Turkish federation sanctions, raising questions about due process and free speech in European sports law.
Sports · National NewsBruno Fernandes equals Portugal's 5th all-time scorer with 29 goals as the team prepares for the 2026 World Cup campaign.
SportsMorten Hjulmand set for exit from Sporting. Real Madrid, Manchester United, Atlético Madrid competing. €40-50M deal expected this summer.
Sports · National NewsRoberto Martínez rotates Portugal's squad ahead of World Cup. See how Ronaldo fits into the new tactical plan and what fans should expect in North America.
Sports · TourismPortugal opens 2026 World Cup in Houston NRG Stadium. Matches vs Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia. Kickoff times, venues, and what fans need to know.
Sports · National NewsFPF approves record €161M budget for 2026/27—34% growth. First European federation with ISO 37001 anti-corruption certification. Regional support expanded.
Sports · National NewsRúben Dias, Bernardo Silva, and Matheus Nunes headline Manchester City's 19 World Cup call-ups. Portugal squad averages 28 years old for North America tournament.
SportsJoão Pinheiro becomes Portugal's 9th World Cup referee. 12-year gap ends with elite official's selection for 2026 tournament across North America.
SportsCarlos Queiroz leads Ghana into 2026 World Cup with 72 days to unite fractured squad. Portugal's only manager faces England & Croatia in Group L.