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The Portugal News4 Aug

Volta a Portugal cycling race to disrupt traffic in Lisbon and Sintra on 5 and 6 August

The 87th edition of the Volta a Portugal cycling race will cause road closures and traffic disruptions across various streets in the municipalities of Lisbon and Sintra.

The Portugal News2 Aug

Portugal Invitational brings world-class golf to Vilamoura

Some of the biggest names in golf have arrived in the Algarve this week as Vilamoura hosts the first edition of the Portugal Invitational, marking the country's debut on the PGA TOUR Champions calendar.

The Portugal News1 Aug

How Portugal Helped Create Cristiano Ronaldo: The Making of a Football Legend

Few athletes have become as synonymous with their country as Cristiano Ronaldo. 

The Portugal News31 Jul

Portugal authorises the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Super Cup

The government has authorised the sale and consumption of low-alcohol beverages at the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup match between FC Porto and Torreense as part of a pilot project, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced.

The Portugal News30 Jul

How Video Game Stickers Became a Revenue Stream for Esports Teams

Football fans buy scarves and shirts to display loyalty to a club. Esports fans make the same kind of statement with digital items. A team logo or a favorite player's autograph goes onto a virtual weapon, and since the best cheap stickers CS2 has to offer sell for a few cents, the gesture costs almost nothing. Each pur

The Portugal News28 Jul

British surfer living in Portugal remains missing in Aljezur

The young man who has been missing since 27 July off the coast of Aljezur, in the Algarve, is British surfer Arran Strong, revealed José Maria Pyrrait, who was with him at the time of his disappearance.

The Portugal News27 Jul

Portugal's Big Three: Who Looks Most Ready for the New Season?

As the new Portuguese football season approaches, Benfica, Sporting CP and FC Porto have all used pre-season to integrate new signings, fine-tune tactical ideas and build momentum. 

The Portugal News27 Jul

Format change to be applied in football in the Azores

The Azores Football Championship will change its format starting in the 2027/28 season, featuring a regional phase contested by the top finishers from the island championships, the Regional Directorate of Sports confirmed.

The Portugal News24 Jul

Portugal to host new Ironman 70.3 race as Algarve opens the 2027 European season

The Algarve is set to reinforce its reputation as one of Europe’s leading endurance sports destinations with the launch of a new Ironman 70.3 race in Vilamoura.

The Portugal News22 Jul

Repairs to the IP3 highway in Penacova are expected to keep the road closed for several days

Infraestruturas de Portugal stated that repairs to the IP3 road surface are expected to continue “for several days,” following the resin spill that forced the road closure in Penacova on 20 July.

The Portugal News20 Jul

Spain becomes two-time world football champion

On 19 July, Spain won the World Cup for the second time, defeating the reigning champion, Argentina, 1-0 in extra time in the final of the 23rd edition in East Rutherford, United States.

The Portugal News16 Jul

Portugal first surf park opens bookings ahead of December launch

Surfers Cove in Óbidos is offering discounted surf sessions and accommodation vouchers before the country’s first wave pool officially opens later this year. 

The Portugal News14 Jul

1,000 counterfeit sports jerseys seized from shipments in the Algarve

The GNR’s Fiscal Action Unit (UAF) seized approximately 1,000 sports jerseys and another 400 counterfeit items during inspections carried out in the municipalities of Faro and Portimão, the security force announced.

The Portugal News13 Jul

Portuguese athlete Fernando Pimenta wins gold at the Canoe Sprint World Cup

Portuguese canoeist Fernando Pimenta added another gold medal to his collection on 12 July at the Canoe Sprint World Cup in Montreal, Canada, winning the K1 5,000 meters race, following his triumph in the K1 1,000 metres on 11 July.

The Portugal News9 Jul

Jorge Jesus is the new head coach of the Portugal national football team

The search for a new national team head coach has concluded with the hiring of Jorge Jesus.

The Portugal News8 Jul

Portugal sued by European Union

The European Commission has initiated infringement proceedings against Portugal because the country has failed to meet European waste recycling targets, particularly those relating to glass, the EU executive announced.

The Portugal News8 Jul

A 41 Year Old and an 18 Year Old Walking Out at AT&T Stadium in Dallas

Ronaldo confirmed it the day before the match. This is his last World Cup. He said it plainly at the pre-match press conference on Sunday and said: "This will be my last World Cup, but let's hope tomorrow isn't my last game."

The Portugal News7 Jul

Cristiano Ronaldo confirms that 2026 World Cup was his last

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that Portugal's defeat to Spain was the final World Cup match of his career, bringing the curtain down on six appearances at football's biggest tournament.

The Portugal News6 Jul

Portugal-Spain match to be watched at Loulé Market

In a press release, the Municipality of Loulé announces that the match between Portugal and Spain will be broadcast at the Loulé Municipal Market.

The Portugal News6 Jul

Spanish coach would prefer Cristiano Ronaldo not to play

Spain's coach, Luis de la Fuente, said on 5 July that he would prefer Cristiano Ronaldo not to play in the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match, noting that he is one of the best players in history.

The Portugal News6 Jul

Portugal brand launches national football team apparel for pets

World Cup fever continues to sweep through the Portuguese public following the national team's qualification for the tournament's knockout stage.

The Portugal News5 Jul

Diogo Jota honoured in Liverpool a year after his death

Liverpool marked 2 July, one year since the deaths of Portuguese football player Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, with a ceremony next to the "Forever 20" memorial and with the dissemination of evocative messages and content on the club's platforms.

The Portugal News4 Jul

Portugal match against Croatia was the most watched of the day

The fourth match of the Portuguese national team in the 2026 World Cup, which the Portuguese team won against Croatia and was broadcast by SIC, was the most-watched program of the day, according to CAEM/MediaMonitor.

The Portugal News2 Jul

Portugal Meet Croatia’s Tournament Pedigree

As Roberto Martínez’s squad prepares to face a battle-tested Croatia in the Round of 32, the Seleção must rediscover their clinical edge to overcome one of international football’s most resilient and experienced tournament teams.