Fernando Santos

Football manager and Euro 2016 winner

Fernando Santos - Football manager and Euro 2016 winner
Born

October 10th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Portugal

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A football manager and former player, primarily associated with the Portuguese national team. Managed the national team during the UEFA Euro 2016 tournament, leading them to victory and securing Portugal's first major international trophy. Also managed clubs such as Porto, Benfica, and Sporting CP, winning multiple domestic league titles in Portugal. His coaching style emphasized organization and defensive solidity, contributing to the national team's success in international competitions. Additionally, Santos served as head coach for the Portuguese national team during the 2018 FIFA World Cup and 2020 UEFA European Championship.

Led Portugal to victory in UEFA Euro 2016

Managed FC Porto to a UEFA Cup title

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