Portugal U-21 Coach Rui Jorge Extends Contract with FPF
Jorge Extends Contract for Two More Years
Rui Jorge, the head coach of Portugal's under-21 football team, has signed a two-year contract extension with the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF).
Jorge's Success with the U-21 Team
Jorge has been in charge of the under-21 team since 2010 and has led them to success on several occasions.
- Guided the team to the semi-finals of the 2015 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
- Won the 2016 Toulon Tournament.
- Coached the team to the final of the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.
Youth Development Focus
Jorge is known for his focus on youth development and has helped several players progress to the senior team.
Notable players who have played under Jorge include:
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- João Félix
- Bruno Fernandes
Strong Relationship with Clubs
Jorge has a strong relationship with the Portuguese clubs, which has allowed him to integrate young players into the national team setup.
He has worked closely with clubs such as Sporting CP, FC Porto, and S.L. Benfica to identify and develop talented players.
Praise from FPF President
FPF President Fernando Gomes praised Jorge's work with the under-21 team.
"Rui Jorge is a highly respected coach who has done an exceptional job with our under-21 team," Gomes said.
"We are delighted to have extended his contract and are confident that he will continue to develop our young players and help them reach their full potential."
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