President of the Portuguese Football Association: Martinez has a great job and will evaluate the future after the World Cup is over next year

July 31st News Portugal Football Association Chairman Pedro Pronza accepted an exclusive interview with SIC TV five months after taking office. During this period, he talked about topics such as Portugal coach Martinez and the future of the national team.

In the field of referees, Pronsa advocates in-depth restructuring of the referee department and formulates long-term plans, including strengthening training and increasing the number of in-service referees. Pronsa also confirmed that she would focus on the professionalization of video assistant referees.

Pronza said: "I think Portuguese football has brought a lot of positive emotions to the Portuguese people. There is indeed some work to be done and changes must be made. We are not satisfied with the current situation of referees, discipline and integrity. This work is not a matter of courage, but something we have to do."

On the national team, Pronza reiterated his trust in head coach Roberto Martinez, who will continue to coach until the end of the 2026 World Cup. "Martinez has a great job, he is our coach, and it's normal for us to evaluate the future after the World Cup." Prounsa refused to consider any alternative plans or contact with other coaches like Mourinho.

Regarding whether Ronaldo will continue to stay in the national team, Pronza said that this will be decided by the head coach, and he expressed all the Portuguese's belief and desire to win the World Cup. "We want to be the world champion, and the people of Portugal hope that this generation of players can win the World Cup."

When asked whether Mourinho led the right person to the national team plan, Pronza firmly replied: "I will not only mention Mourinho. Mourinho, Joje Jesus, Sergio Concesan, we are honored to have a coaching group that can be competent for the national team coach and bring us joy."