Jorginho appointed technical coordinator for Portuguesa

Jorginho has been appointed as the new technical coordinator for Portuguesa, focusing on sports planning and technical commission structuring for the 2027 season. The former player and coach, who previously led the club to a Série B title in 2011, expressed a strong desire to win and emphasized the importance of players understanding the responsibility of representing the club and its supporters.

Portuguesa's vice-president of football, Tadeu Oliveira, praised Jorginho’s extensive experience and deep knowledge of the club, noting that his role will involve athlete development and consolidating a competitive playing model.

In related coaching news, Confiança-SE has announced Ademir Fesan as their head coach for the 2027 season. Fesan, who recently managed Portuguesa, will lead the team in competitions including the Campeonato Sergipano, Copa do Brasil, and Copa do Nordeste, with the primary goal of securing promotion to Série C.