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Euro 2020 – who is Portugal’s manager? Everything you need to know about Fernando Santos

Fernando Santos
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Fernando Santos will lead Portugal at Euro 2020, having already steered them to a surprise victory in the tournament five years ago.

Santos, who had previously been in charge of the Greek national team, replaced Paulo Bento as Portugal manager in September 2014.

Croatia were beaten in extra time and penalties were required to sneak past Poland, before a 2-0 win over Wales secured Portugal’s place in the final.

The 66-year-old has enjoyed success at club level too, managing each of Portugal’s big three – Porto, Sporting CP and Benfica.

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