About Luís Batalha Freire
Luís Batalha Freire is a 30-year-old Portuguese football manager. Across the 195 matches on record as a manager he has won 35.4% (69 wins, 60 draws and 66 defeats). He currently manages Portugal U21, a post held since 2025. Earlier in his career he also managed Rio Ave, Vitória Guimarães, Mafra, Nacional and Estoril. In total, he has led 5 different teams. His longest recorded stint is at Rio Ave (2021–2024): 104 matches at a 30% win rate.