Jose Mourinho points directly to the team he believes will win the 2026 World Cup

Coach Jose Mourinho caused a stir by boldly naming the national team he trusts will claim the 2026 World Cup title, and that team is none other than Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal.

In his latest statement, Coach Jose Mourinho attracted attention with a daring prediction about Cristiano Ronaldo’s future and Portugal’s performance at the 2026 World Cup. The Portuguese strategist affirmed his belief that Ronaldo, at 41 years old, will lead his homeland’s team to the world’s pinnacle.

“In my personal opinion, the Portugal national team, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, will win the 2026 World Cup,” Mourinho declared with full confidence.

The “Special One’s” prophecy comes as Portugal displays an extremely impressive form in the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. The “European Selecao” currently tops Group F with two consecutive wins, scoring the most goals and holding strong chances to secure a ticket to the USA, Canada, and Mexico in the summer of 2026.

Under the guidance of coach Roberto Martinez, Portugal boasts a well-balanced squad that perfectly blends experience with youth. Key players such as Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Rafael Leao, Ruben Dias, and Joao Felix are in excellent form, creating a powerful team centered around the legendary figure Cristiano Ronaldo.

Even at 40 years old, Ronaldo maintains his elite level and significant influence on the team’s play. He continues to score, assist, and serve as a psychological pillar for the younger generation. At Al Nassr, CR7 also keeps up an impressive scoring rate, demonstrating remarkable fitness and professionalism.

Mourinho, who once worked alongside Ronaldo at Real Madrid, understands well the compatriot’s ambition to conquer the highest peak. For him, winning the World Cup is the final piece to complete the magnificent legacy Ronaldo has built over more than two decades.

If Mourinho’s prediction comes true, Cristiano Ronaldo will enter history as the oldest player to win the World Cup, ending his legendary career with the most prestigious trophy on the planet—a perfect conclusion to the “Ronaldo era.”