After the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Portugal's head coach Roberto Martínez stepped down, and 72-year-old veteran coach Jorge Jesus took over. In his first international break leading the team, Jorge Jesus achieved a perfect start with four consecutive wins, securing a spot in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals early.

Jorge Jesus' Record in First Four Matches

Matchday 1: Portugal 1-0 Wales

Matchday 2: Portugal 2-1 Norway

Matchday 3: Portugal 4-2 Denmark

Matchday 4: Portugal 2-1 Norway

In the first match, Portugal narrowly defeated Wales 1-0 with a goal from João Félix, marking the start of a new era.

In the second match, Portugal beat Norway 2-1 away, with Félix and Gonçalo Ramos each scoring in different halves. However, the match's main storyline was Cristiano Ronaldo not playing after warming up, which created tension with Jorge Jesus.

Conflict erupted before Portugal's third match against Denmark away, when Cristiano Ronaldo announced his withdrawal from the national team for this period, sparking widespread controversy. Jorge Jesus led the team to a 4-2 away victory over Denmark, with Cancelo, Ramos, Vitinha, and Félix all scoring, and Bruno Fernandes providing two assists.

In the fourth match, playing at home against Norway again, Cancelo scored in consecutive matches, Gonçalo Ramos scored for the third consecutive match, and Félix was in outstanding form with 3 goals and 1 assist across the four games, as Portugal won 2-1.

After four matches, Jorge Jesus has led the team to an unbeaten record, securing early qualification for the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals. However, the tension between him and Cristiano Ronaldo remains a major focal point for public attention and is likely to continue into the next international break.

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