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The Portuguese national rugby team defeated Georgia 19-17 in Leganés, reclaiming the main Rugby Europe trophy after 22 years.
The Portuguese national rugby team won its second Europe Championship title after defeating Georgia 19-17 in the final held in Madrid.
It was the first triumph for the 'Lobos' over Georgia since 2005, a year after Portugal won its first title in the competition, which the Georgians have already won 17 times in 24 editions.
The national rugby team won the 2026 European Championship this Sunday, March 15, defeating Georgia 19-17 in Madrid. This victory marks Portugal's second European title, repeating their 2004 success. Despite an early lead by Georgia, a decisive try by Vincent Pinto and accurate kicking from Manuel Vareiro secured the comeback. The win is seen as a major milestone for the growth of rugby in Portugal, with federation president Carlos Amado da Silva highlighting the team's resilience and the potential for further development of the sport in the country.
The Portuguese national rugby team won its second Europe Championship title today, after defeating Georgia 19-17 in the final held in Madrid.
This is the long version of Roberto Martínez's interview with Maisfutebol (in partnership with TVI and CNN Portugal). The national team manager discusses his three years in the role, expresses his ambition for the World Cup, talks about the importance of Cristiano Ronaldo and the memory of Diogo Jota, and assures that he is not thinking about a contract renewal, only the World Cup. “That is the focus,” he asserts.
Portugal's rugby team secured its second title in the Rugby Europe Championship by defeating Georgia 19-17 in Madrid. The match was notable for Portugal's comeback, with Vincent Pinto scoring a decisive try in the 73rd minute, followed by a conversion by Manuel Vareiro. Portugal had previously lost to Georgia in 2005 but managed to overturn the deficit in this final, marking a significant victory over a team that has historically dominated the competition.
The Portugal national rugby team won the Rugby Europe Championship for the first time since 2004 by defeating Georgia 19-17 in the final. Despite a poor start, trailing 12-3 at halftime, Portugal mounted a comeback with a 16-5 second-half run and secured victory with a late try. This victory is notable as Georgia, the eight-time defending champion, had not lost during this edition and typically scores heavily. Portugal's win marks a significant achievement in European rugby, with Georgia facing doping suspensions among some players. The tournament featured eight teams divided into two pools, culminating in knockout matches for the top four. Portugal's triumph positions them at the top of the 2026 Rugby Europe rankings, ahead of Georgia, Spain, and Romania.
In an interview with Maisfutebol and CNN Portugal, Roberto Martínez listed the key aspects to consider for the final squad list for next summer's World Cup, to be held in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. For Roberto Martínez, each player's current form is important, but without forgetting their contribution over the 36 matches.
Roberto Martínez assures that at this moment he is only focused on preparing for the 2026 World Cup - and that he is aligned in this regard with the president of the Portuguese Football Federation, Pedro Proença - and says that a potential contract renewal is not important.
Portugal's headquarters during the World Cup will be the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, which is less than a 10-minute drive from Mar-a-Lago in Florida.
Portugal is preparing to play another Rugby Europe Championship final against the powerful Georgia side in Madrid this Sunday. The match will decide the continental champion and marks another chapter in a rivalry dominated by Georgia over the last two decades. Despite Georgia's historical supremacy, national coach Simon Mannix and captain José Madeira remain focused on their own game plan, aiming to showcase the progress of Portuguese rugby. The team is looking to overcome the odds and secure a historic victory, building on their recent performances and the growing support from fans following the 2023 World Cup.
The sports calendar for March 14 and 15 offers a weekend where various disciplines converge at decisive moments of the season. Highlights include the Rugby Europe Championship final between Portugal and Georgia in Madrid, the conclusion of the Tirreno-Adriatico cycling race in Italy, the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, and key Primeira Liga football matches featuring Benfica and FC Porto.
Fernando Gomes believes that the better the athletes' preparation, the closer Portugal is to winning medals, and he expresses confidence that Portugal can be successful in 2028.
The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum, reaffirmed today that the joint organisation of the 2026 football World Cup is not at risk, less than three weeks before the friendly match against the Portuguese national team in the country's capital.
The Portuguese men's athletics team has once again stood out on the international stage by winning the team title at the Virtus World Indoor Athletics Championships in Ourense, Spain. This victory marks Portugal's third consecutive world title in this competition for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Over three days of competition, the Portuguese delegation secured 14 medals—six gold, seven silver, and one bronze—reinforcing the consistency of Portuguese athletes across various disciplines. José Silva, the team leader, attributed this success to a collective effort involving athletes, coaches, families, and clubs. He highlighted that the integration of athletes with intellectual disabilities into mainstream clubs and regional structures is key to the sport's growth and the discovery of new talent. Looking ahead, the federation aims to increase the number of athletes in the Paralympic and Paralympic hopefuls projects to build an even stronger delegation for future Paralympic Games.
National team manager's press conference scheduled for 12:30 at the Cidade do Futebol.
The Portuguese futsal team is 'near the summit of the mountain, where there is less oxygen, but with full lungs', head coach Jorge Braz said today, ahead of the European Championship semi-finals.
After a positive day, Portugal hit rock bottom again and risks once more having reduced representation at this year's World Championships. Daniela Campos 17th in the omnium and Diogo Narciso 19th in the scratch.
The dream of defending their European title is getting ever closer. The National Futsal Team has entered the final phase of preparation for the big push to reach the European Championship final.
The coach of Portugal's women's water polo team, who today finished 12th in the European Championship in Funchal, says his players 'have a lot of room to grow' as they move towards 'more ambitious' objectives.
Portugal reclaimed a place among the top eight nations at the European track cycling championships, moving back into the top-eight standings after strong performances on the velodrome.
Portugal will compete for fifth place at the European Handball Championship after Norway's defeat to Denmark in the Main Round, with Germany's victory over France also affecting Group I standings. The result secures Portugal a spot at the next World Championship and gives the national team an opportunity to better its best-ever finish, a target the coach says he is determined to pursue as he seeks further progress at the tournament.
Portugal, nicknamed the 'Heroes of the Sea', begin the Main Round of the 2026 European Handball Championship against Germany after topping Group B with five points. Both sides carry two bonus points into Group I, but the match pits Portugal’s momentum and compact defence against Germany’s pedigree (European champions in 2004 and 2016) and likely vocal home support. The result will shape qualification dynamics in the Main Round, with tactical discipline and game management expected to decide a tight contest.
