Roberto Martinez: Career, Teams, and Managerial Record

There aren’t many football managers who successfully reinvent themselves after a difficult stint in the Premier League. Roberto Martínez, the Spanish coach now in charge of Portugal, is one of the few.

Age: 52 · Current role: Head coach of Portugal national team · Appointed: January 2023 · Contract until: July 2026 · Notable achievement: FA Cup winner with Wigan Athletic (2013)

Seven key data points sum up Roberto Martínez’s profile, from his full name to his contract situation.

Which teams has Roberto Martinez coached?

Roberto Martinez’s club management career

Roberto Martínez’s first managerial role came at Swansea City, where he took charge in 2007. He led the club to the League One title in May 2008 and earned the League One Manager of the Year award (ESPN Press Room). In 2009 he moved to Wigan Athletic in the Premier League, a spell defined by the historic FA Cup win in 2013 — the club’s first major trophy (ESPN Press Room). After relegation that same season, Martínez joined Everton in June 2013, where he stayed until 2016 (ESPN Press Room).

Roberto Martinez’s international management career

Martínez took over the Belgium national team in 2016 and managed the so-called golden generation for six years. His standout achievement was leading Belgium to third place at the 2018 World Cup (Wikipedia). After resigning post-2022 World Cup, he was appointed head coach of Portugal on 9 January 2023 (Wikipedia). His contract with Portugal runs until July 2026 (YouTube press conference).

Which Premier League clubs has Roberto Martinez managed?

Roberto Martinez at Wigan Athletic

At Wigan Athletic, Martínez managed 178 matches across four seasons (Sofascore). The 2012-13 season produced one of the FA Cup’s biggest upsets: Wigan beat Manchester City 1-0 in the final, securing the club’s first and only major trophy (ESPN Press Room). However, the team finished 18th in the Premier League that same season and was relegated.

Roberto Martinez at Everton

Martínez replaced David Moyes at Everton in June 2013. His first season saw Everton finish 5th with 72 points — a club Premier League record at the time. Results declined in the following two seasons, and he was dismissed in May 2016 after a disappointing 11th-place finish (Wikipedia).

Has Roberto Martinez ever managed Celtic?

Link between Martinez and Celtic

There is no record of Roberto Martínez ever managing Celtic FC. All of his managerial positions have been in England (Swansea City, Wigan Athletic, Everton) and on the international stage (Belgium, Portugal). Speculation may arise because of his playing connection to Scotland — he played for Motherwell from 1995 to 1997 (Wikipedia) — but no appointment has ever materialized.

Why Martinez has not managed Celtic

Martínez has never been linked to the Celtic job in any serious managerial appointment cycle. His career path has always moved between English clubs and national teams, not Scottish sides after his playing days.

Has Roberto Martinez managed in international football?

Roberto Martinez with Belgium

Martínez managed Belgium from August 2016 to December 2022, overseeing 79 matches. Under his guidance, Belgium reached third place at the 2018 FIFA World Cup — their best-ever finish (Wikipedia). The team also reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2020 and the group stage of the 2022 World Cup.

Roberto Martinez with Portugal

Martínez took over Portugal in January 2023. His Portugal side completed a perfect UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying campaign with 10 wins in 10 matches, scoring 36 goals and conceding just 2, with nine clean sheets (Wikipedia). In the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League, Portugal won the tournament, defeating Spain on penalties in the final (Wikipedia). By mid-June 2026, ESPN reported that Martínez had coached 40 matches for Portugal, with 28 wins and 7 draws (ESPN).

Did Roberto Martinez play for Motherwell?

Roberto Martinez’s playing career

Yes, Roberto Martínez played as a midfielder for Motherwell in the Scottish Premier League from 1995 to 1997 (Wikipedia). He also played for Zaragoza in Spain and Wigan Athletic as a player, but his time at Motherwell is most associated with his Scottish connection. His playing career ended in 2007.

Timeline: Roberto Martinez’s career milestones

• 1995–1997 – Played as midfielder for Motherwell
• 2007–2009 – Manager of Swansea City; won League One title
• 2009–2013 – Manager of Wigan Athletic; won FA Cup in 2013
• 2013–2016 – Manager of Everton
• 2016–2022 – Head coach of Belgium national team; third place at 2018 World Cup
• January 2023 – present – Head coach of Portugal national team

Each step reflects a pattern: Martínez builds attractive, possession-based teams but has struggled for league consistency outside of his first two club roles.

Clarity check: what’s confirmed and what’s unclear

“My contract ends after the World Cup, and we will see what happens next.”

Roberto Martínez, YouTube press conference (June 2026)

“Martínez has shown he can get the best out of talented squads, as seen with Belgium and Portugal.”

Football analyst, ESPN

For the Portuguese federation, the choice is clear: keep Martínez beyond 2026 if he delivers a strong World Cup campaign, or begin a new search. For Martínez, another deep tournament run could cement his legacy as one of international football’s most effective managers.

For a deeper look into his recent developments, check out Roberto Martinezs latest news and career for updates on his tenure and future.

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Related reading

• Thierno Barry: Nationality, Parents, Everton Transfer – Context on a club Martínez once managed.
• FA Cup Final 2024: Manchester United’s 2-1 Win vs Man City – A look at the competition that defined his biggest achievement.