Quick Info
| Profession | Football manager and former professional footballer |
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| Nationality | Portuguese |
| Date of Birth | 25/01/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | São Tomé, São Tomé and Príncipe |
Latest News about Nuno Espírito Santo
22/08/2026
West Ham’s difficult start to the Championship continued with a 2-1 home defeat to Charlton Athletic. Nuno said the team had let supporters down and emphasized the pressure at the club after last season’s relegation.
17/08/2026
Nuno called for more attacking reinforcements after West Ham’s Championship opener against Burnley ended in a 2-2 draw. He said the club still needed more players in the offensive areas despite a major summer signing.
27/05/2026
West Ham United confirmed that Nuno Espírito Santo would remain as head coach despite the club’s relegation from the Premier League. The club said he had reaffirmed his commitment to the team and would lead their push for an immediate return to the top flight.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Nuno Herlander Simões Espírito Santo |
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| Known As | Nuno |
| Position as Player | Goalkeeper |
| Current Role | Head coach |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.90 m |
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Personal Life
| Origin | Born in São Tomé and later moved to Portugal |
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Career
| Playing Career | Played as a goalkeeper for clubs in Portugal, Spain, and Russia |
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| Managerial Career | Managed Rio Ave, FC Porto, Valencia, Al-Ittihad, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Tottenham Hotspur, Nottingham Forest, and West Ham United |
| Notable Appointment | Appointed head coach of West Ham United on 27/09/2025 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born on the island of São Tomé. | |
| 2. He had an 18-year playing career. | |
| 3. He is of São Toméan origin. |