In the just-concluded World Cup, the Portuguese team unexpectedly stopped in the last eight, the leader Ferrando Santos immediately announced that he stepped down. European media have reported that the former Belgian coach Ma Tiannis is expected to take over, the two sides have verbally confirmed the intention to cooperate, only the details of the contract to be determined. It is reported that after the appointment of Ma Tiannis, C Luo in the Portuguese national team's future will be more clear.
Martinez, 49, who coached Belgian soccer for six years, chose to leave after stopping short of the World Cup group stage with his team. According to Britain's The Athletic, the Portuguese Football Association has reached a preliminary agreement with Martinez and a formal contract will be finalized this week. Portugal's next international match will be against Liechtenstein in March and, barring changes, Martinez is expected to make his debut.
Martinez has taken it upon himself to trust the veterans, and when he was in Belgium, he always backed players over 30 such as Chassat, Wessel, Metons, Wittenheim, and other big names.37-year-old Crowe has yet to decide on his national team future, and in accordance with Martinez's coaching style, he is likely to continue to have faith in Crowe.
