Portuguese President: Portugal is one of the top teams in the world and everyone will always remember Jota

November 17th: Portugal defeated Armenia 9-1 to advance to the 2026 World Cup. Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa was interviewed after the game.

About this memorable day and this historic victory

"I am very excited. It all happened on a historic day. I don't remember Portugal ever winning such a big score since I can remember. I have always followed football. This is a unique victory. This time The qualification process is very difficult, just like the previous European Cup qualification was delayed to the last minute, and the other UEFA Nations League promotion also had some twists and turns. We seem to be very good at completing the task at the last minute."

About the current chairman of the Football Association Pedro Proenza and the former chairman Fernando Gomez

"Of course I do. I would like to congratulate the current president Pedro Proenza and the former president Fernando Gomez. They are both important promoters of this period and this decade. Think about the results we have achieved in the U-series competitions. From U17 to U19 and U21, almost all echelons of women's football have achieved steady development and beach football has been successful. There has been solid progress in every aspect you can think of."

About Portugal's football status after this victory

"But as you know, there was no lack of criticism from the outside world when we encountered difficulties in Ireland." Where'. And today, people saw where Portugal was, they saw it once when they won the Nations League, and today they saw it again with this truly historic performance. I've witnessed a 6-1, 6-0 victory, but never 9-1. It's a shocking moment and I'm happy to be with two different football players. Association presidents and different coaches have experienced these victories together. "

Regarding the tribute to Jota

"This is my deepest impression of him. After winning the UEFA Nations League, he was one of the happiest people, one of the youngest, most potential, and most full of people. Passionate player. He stood at the peak of happiness. In the 21st minute, the whole stadium held a minute's silence for him. He will be remembered forever and no one can replace him. "

About the tribute to Eusebio

"His image appears on the team equipment. Come to the scene. We will always remember Eusebio. I was lucky enough to witness the 5-3 victory over North Korea when I was here. Today's tribute is appropriate. Even the tribute design on the jersey is so fitting."