Roberto Martinez delighted after debut in Portugal

Portugal’s new coach, Spaniard Roberto Martinez, was “incredibly happy” with what Portugal had accomplished in just a few days of training after beating Liechtenstein 4-0 on Thursday.

At the post-match press conference, Martinez said he was “extremely grateful” for how he had been received in his debut as national coach, and said he had drawn positive conclusions from the exhibition.

Tonight’s game was about “winning and getting to know each other”. “Today was all about attitude and advantage to develop our game,” said the Catalan coach.

“I feel incredibly satisfied with what we have achieved in three days of work. These players have the analytical ability and the ability to achieve a very fast form of play, which is very important.” he assured.

Martinez said he was “very pleased with the attitude and team spirit” of the players he manages, saying that “what we are working on on the training field is directly reflected in the game”.

However, “we lost tactical discipline with the first goal,” so “there are many things to improve.”

Of the premiere, he said it was “very special” and “very grateful” for being accepted by the Portuguese public.

The current Portuguese coach has also revealed that he intends to speak to his predecessor Fernando Santos, who is now in charge of Poland.

He thought it was “very important to talk and be informed” and intended to have “football conversations” with Santos, saying he was “very respectful of what Mr. Santos has achieved in Portugal.” I am,” he emphasized.

The Portuguese team, led by Roberto Martínez, will travel to Luxembourg next Sunday to also accommodate Group J qualifying for Euro 2024.