The Portuguese Football Federation announced on Wednesday the termination of the contract with the national team coach Roberto Martinez.
Roberto Martinez and his coaching staff will leave the Portugal national team at the end of their contracts.
Two days ago, Portugal national team coach Roberto Martinez announced his departure from his position following the loss to Spain by a goal without reply in the round of 16 of the World Cup.
Martinez said in statements to journalists: "This match represents the end of a complete cycle for this team".
He added "My contract ended today, and the federation now has the opportunity to appoint a new coach".
He continued "I came to Portugal to win the World Cup, and I see no reason to continue after not achieving this goal".
Portugal's exit from the tournament opens the door to the possibility of Cristiano Ronaldo announcing his international retirement after a long career with the national team, as he is considered one of the most prominent players of his generation and the most influential in Portugal's history.
The Spanish national team qualified for the quarter-finals in the 2026 World Cup after achieving an exciting victory over Portugal by a goal without reply in the round of 16.
The Spanish national team won in the dying moments against Portugal with a goal by substitute Mikel Merino, in the match held at Dallas Stadium.
Thus, the Spanish national team qualifies to face Belgium.
