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João Gião dismissed as head coach of CD Nacional after four games

Coach João Gião has been sacked from CD Nacional following two consecutive defeats in the Portuguese Primeira Liga.

1 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Coach João Gião has been dismissed from his position at CD Nacional after just four games in the current season of the Portuguese Primeira Liga. The decision came after the team recorded two consecutive defeats, one against Vitória de Guimarães and the other against Estrela da Amadora, alongside a single victory in their first four matches.

According to information from various sources, the confirmation of Gião's departure was made by a source close to the process, who informed the Lusa agency. With this change, the club's management is looking for a new coach to take over the team's leadership.

João Gião began his season in charge of Nacional with high expectations; however, the results did not meet those hopes.

The dismissal of the coach marks a pivotal moment in the club's trajectory, which now faces the challenge of finding a suitable replacement to lead the team in the upcoming fixtures.

So far, there has been no announcement regarding who will replace João Gião as head coach of CD Nacional. The club’s management is in search of solutions to reverse the situation and improve the team's performance in the league.

Nacional fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of the new coach, hoping to restore confidence in the team for the upcoming matches. The next few days will be crucial for the club's immediate future.

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