According to the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), players Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, and Gonçalo Ramos were honored as Stars of the Year at the second annual Portugal Football Globes ceremony following a season where they secured two European titles. The event, held at the FPF Arena, also recognized national team manager Jorge Jesus with the Prestige Globe and Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Luís Campos with the World Impact Globe.
Portuguese Players and Luís Campos Recognized in Lisbon
The contingent of Portuguese players dominated the player categories. According to the FPF, Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, and Gonçalo Ramos collected the Estrelas do Ano accolades after a historic campaign that yielded four titles. Meanwhile, Luís Campos accepted the Globe Impacto Mundial for his executive work in France.
Luís Campos stated at the FPF Arena, referencing official transcripts supplied by the event organizers, that Esse sempre foi o meu lema,
before adding, Ainda ontem, depois do jogo de Marselha, quando entrei no balneário do PSG, disse isso aos meus jogadores.
Not that winning comes easy, as he noted: «Não se ganha nada sem sofrer. Muito obrigado pelo reconhecimento de Portugal, àquela que tem sido a minha carreira.»
Jorge Jesus Receives Prestige Globe Ahead of National Team Duties
Another major highlight of the evening featured Jorge Jesus accepting the Globe Prestígio. According to event broadcasts, the newly appointed national team manager was surprised by a video message from his three children, leaving the veteran coach visibly emotional on stage.
The newly appointed national manager asserted during his acceptance address, as documented in event coverage, that Temos uma escola, temos uma ideia de jogo que hoje os grandes treinadores do mundo estão a seguir,
following his initial claim regarding managerial talent. Reflecting on his career, he added, Ao longo desta minha carreira, eu sempre ganhei. Ganhei muitos títulos…
and concluded, E, como os meus filhos dizem, vem a cereja em cima do bolo, que é a nossa Seleção Nacional.
Villas-Boas Calls Goalkeeper Diogo Costa to the Stage
In the sporting merit category, FC Porto, Benfica, and Sporting CP all received accolades. According to the event summary, the Dragons were recognized for winning the league title, Benfica for the national women’s championship, and the Lions for claiming the UEFA Futsal Champions League.
Breaking protocol during the ceremony, FC Porto president André Villas-Boas invited goalkeeper Diogo Costa onto the stage. Highlighting the collective resilience and the efforts of the incoming coach during his speech at the podium, Villas-Boas remarked that Este prémio e este título é sobretudo a transformação de uma equipa que sofreu duas grandes perdas: Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costa na época 2024/25 e a de Jorge Costa no início de 2025/26,
while explaining that the captain embodies the true values of the institution after a period of transition.
Luis Tralhão Named Coach of the Year and Career Awards Presented
The distinction for coach of the year went to Luís Tralhão following Torreense’s victory in the Taça de Portugal. According to the FPF, the manager expressed immense pride in representing a club that currently competes in the Europa League.
The gala also featured career achievement awards for former internationals. According to the Portuguese national team’s official announcements, João Matos, Adrien Silva, José Fonte, and Rui Patrício were formally honored after hanging up their boots.
Did You Know?
The Portugal Football Globes event covers achievements across multiple disciplines, including men’s and women’s football, futsal, and beach soccer, celebrating both domestic and international milestones achieved by Portuguese athletes and staff.
Complete List of Winners at the Portugal Football Globes
- Globe Revelação: Seleção Nacional Sub-20 Futebol de Praia
- Globe Seleção do Ano: Seleção Nacional Sub-17 Masculina
- Globe Estrelas do Ano: Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, Gonçalo Ramos
- Globe Impacto Mundial: Luís Campos
- Globe Treinador: Luís Tralhão
- Globe Mérito Desportivo: SL Benfica SAD (Liga BPI), FC Porto (Liga BetClic), Sporting CP (Liga dos Campeões de Futsal)
- Globe no Feminino: Seleção Nacional Sub-18 Feminina – Jogos do Mediterraneo
- Globe Carreira: João Matos, Rui Patrício, José Fonte, Adrien Silva
- Globes Tributo In Memorium: Vicentes Lucas, Silvino Louro, Ernesto Figueiredo
- Globe Prestígio: Jorge Jesus
- Globe Fundação: Pulseiras do Mundial (Iniciativa Solidária)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Stars of the Year award at the Portugal Football Globes?
According to the FPF, Vitinha, Nuno Mendes, João Neves, and Gonçalo Ramos received the Estrelas do Ano award.
Which club executives and managers were honored at the gala?
According to event reports, Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Luís Campos won the World Impact Globe, Jorge Jesus received the Prestige Globe, and Luís Tralhão was named Coach of the Year.
Why was FC Porto president André Villas-Boas noted during the ceremony?
According to live coverage, Villas-Boas broke protocol to call goalkeeper Diogo Costa to the stage to honor the team’s resilience and core values.
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