AGP Executive Report

Film: Prime Video’s Love of Your Life, starring Margaret Qualley and Aaron Pierre, arrived on Oct. 14. Its story takes viewers to Lisbon and the Algarve, where key scenes were filmed. Fashion: ModaLisboa put creative diversity, sustainability and identity at the heart of Lisbon Fashion Week. Museums: Lisbon’s National Museum of Ancient Art will partially reopen on Nov. 21 after more than a year of renovations, with free entry through Dec. 1. Surfing: Peniche is drawing the world’s elite as Portugal takes centre stage on the global surfing circuit. Football: Celtic visit Benfica in Lisbon on Thursday, with manager Martin O’Neill urging his team to draw inspiration from the club’s 1967 European Cup triumph in the city.

Surfing: Portugal is the world’s surfing hub as the MEO Rip Curl Pro begins at Peniche’s Supertubos on October 16. Five Portuguese surfers, including Yolanda Hopkins and Frederico Morais, will compete. On Screen: Margaret Qualley’s romantic drama Love of Your Life, which takes its grieving lead on a new path in Portugal, is now streaming on Prime Video. The European Film Awards have also shortlisted 68 films, including La Bola Negra, Woman Unknown and Fjord. 2030 World Cup: Netflix will stream all 104 matches in Spain and Andorra, with some games also available free-to-air. Portugal co-hosts the tournament with Spain and Morocco, but the deal covers only Spain and Andorra. European Football: Sporting beat Lens 2-0 for a second Champions League win; Benfica host Celtic in Lisbon on Thursday.

Champions League: Sporting beat Lens 2-0 in France, making it two wins from two in Europe. Luis Suárez opened the scoring from a Nestory Irankunda cross before Issa Doumbia sealed the result. World Cup 2030: Netflix secured exclusive rights to show all 104 matches in Spain and Andorra. Portugal will co-host with Spain and Morocco; one match per matchday in Spain, plus Spain’s games, the semi-finals and final, will be available free to watch. Visual Arts: Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos says she is tired of women’s art being defined by pain, challenging how female artists’ work is framed. Television: Aveiro-born Clara is among the contestants in the new season of The Great British Bake Off. She began baking with Portuguese classics, including Tarte de Nata.

Music: Fontaines D.C. have teamed up with suicide-prevention charity CALM for a benefit show in London, ahead of their fifth album and a European tour that opens in Lisbon later this month. The band have also released a new track featuring Rosalía. Lisbon Arts: The National Museum of Ancient Art is set to reopen on November 21. Art: Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos says she is tired of women’s art being defined by pain. Motorsport: Portimão returns to the Formula 1 calendar in 2027, alongside Istanbul Park. Circus Heritage: Julie, Portugal’s last circus elephant, is thriving at her new sanctuary in Alentejo after more than 40 years performing.

Football: Porto made it eight wins from eight in the Primeira Liga, edging Marítimo 2-1 with a late winner from 18-year-old Oskar Pietuszewski. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal suspension drama also shifted: the federation has signalled it wants him back, while the forward reignited the GOAT debate by calling himself the best in history. Photography: Lisbon-born António Duarte Mil-Homens has opened “Sunset, Moonrise…”, a Macau exhibition of 21 recent photographs taken in Portugal. Arts: Joana Vasconcelos says she is tired of women’s art being defined by pain; meanwhile, Lisbon’s National Museum of Ancient Art is set to reopen on November 21. Sailing: Portimão is due to host a world-first adaptive sailing training centre, widening access to the sport.

Young Audiences: Lagos’s Encontros Gymnasium runs October 13–17, with free theatre, dance, music, film and workshops for children and young people. Art: Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos says she is tired of women’s work being defined by pain, challenging a familiar lens on female artists. Inclusive Sport: Portimão is set to open the world’s first adaptive and inclusive sailing training centre, with operations expected to begin in November. Cultural Heritage: Lisbon’s National Museum of Ancient Art is due to reopen on November 21. Prehistoric Art: Researchers in Portugal and Spain found ancient human DNA preserved on cave walls, offering a new way to study people connected to early rock art.

Ronaldo Fallout: Portugal’s football federation provisionally suspended Cristiano Ronaldo after he left the national team camp; officials say they want the captain back in November as disciplinary proceedings continue. Museum Reopening: Lisbon’s National Museum of Ancient Art will reopen on November 21 after €8.5 million in restoration work. Its collection includes the celebrated Panels of Saint Vincent. Lisbon Forum: Barack Obama drew about 10,000 people to the MEO Arena, where he spoke about democracy, leadership and preparing young people for public service. Streaming and Culture: The EU is reviewing rules that let member states require streaming platforms to invest in local productions, a policy that could shape the future of European screen content.

Museum Reopening: Lisbon’s National Museum of Ancient Art will welcome visitors back on November 21 after €8.5 million in restoration work. Its collection spans around 40,000 works, including the famed Panels of Saint Vincent. Music: Fado is winning new listeners in Canada, while a Portuguese priest has made the world’s top 100 DJs list. Live Performance: Vocal harmony group Bella Acapella is bringing its show to Tavira. Young Artists: Salvador Rio has released “Alma,” Portugal’s entry for Junior Eurovision 2026.

Ronaldo’s Portugal Suspension: Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended from Portugal’s national team as the federation investigates his departure from camp after a dispute with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time. He has apologised and says he will accept punishment; federation president Pedro Proença wants him back, potentially for November’s fixtures. Ronaldo returned to Al-Nassr and scored in a 3-0 win. Sailing in Portimão: The World Sailing Inclusion Championships wrapped up in Portugal on Saturday. Poland’s Piotr Cichocki won two gold medals, while titles across several inclusive sailing classes were decided in a dramatic final day. Portugal and The Ocean Race: Portugal is set to become the race’s new Atlantic home, strengthening the country’s role in the international sailing event. Douro Harvest: Visitors can join the grape harvest near Peso da Régua, including the traditional experience of crushing Touriga Nacional grapes by foot in a stone lagar.

Football: Cristiano Ronaldo scored on his Al-Nassr return, reaching 980 career goals after his Portugal squad walkout; he is 20 short of 1,000 and may still face a suspension. Lisbon Marathon: Defending champion Zablon Chumba faces a deep elite field, with several runners capable of challenging the course record. Film: “Ana, en passant,” a Brazil-Portugal-France co-production, is among nine titles selected for the International Feature Film Competition at Japan’s Aichi Nagoya Animation Film Festival. Art and Fashion: Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos is bringing her work together with Valentino Garavani’s haute couture in a new exhibition. Music: Fado is finding a wider Canadian audience, with a new feature tracing how the Portuguese tradition is reaching the mainstream.

Music: A Portuguese priest has broken into the world’s top 100 DJs, an unusual milestone for the country’s electronic music scene. Culture: Toronto’s first International Fado Festival is drawing strong crowds for performances by Portuguese stars, bringing the country’s signature music to new audiences. Porto: The Ocean Race will establish its long-term headquarters in the city, with plans for a public museum and education centre; Porto is also set to host the starts of the 2030, 2034 and 2038 races. Football: Portugal’s women beat Northern Ireland 4-0 in their World Cup play-off, leaving the visitors with a steep task in the second leg.

Portugal Football: Cristiano Ronaldo’s rift with coach Jorge Jesus remains unresolved after his walkout from the national team camp. His mother says the episode upset her, while Jesus has left the door open to a return; Ronaldo also paid tribute to Lionel Messi after the Argentine’s final international game. Club Scene: Sporting’s Nestory Irankunda returns to Portugal after scoring a standout free kick for Australia, ahead of a match against Braga. Portugal visit Northern Ireland in a Women’s World Cup qualifying play-off. Culture & Media: BBC Studios has launched a Madrid hub and made three hires to grow its channels, streaming and advertising business across Portugal and Spain. Algarve Events: Sagres’ birdwatching festival drew 1,568 visitors from 30 countries, with 165 bird species recorded, including a rare Eleonora’s falcon. Motorsport: Grândola hosts the 100th FIM International Six Days Enduro from October 12–17, while Formula 1 is set to return to Portimão next season.

Portugal’s Art from Waste: An exhibition in Porto Covo turned nine tonnes of beach rubbish into 350 artworks, drawing more than 18,000 visitors and involving 4,000 children in environmental workshops. Music: Tavira’s Bella Acapella is bringing vocal harmony to local audiences, while Salvador Rio has unveiled “Alma,” Portugal’s Junior Eurovision entry. Football: Portugal climbed to fifth in FIFA’s world rankings as Cristiano Ronaldo’s dispute with coach Jorge Jesus escalated; Ronaldo later apologized to teammates and reaffirmed his availability. He also sent Lionel Messi a warm tribute after Argentina’s farewell match. Women’s Football: Portugal begin a World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland, after winning five of six qualifying matches.

Portugal Football: Cristiano Ronaldo says he is not retiring from international football. He apologised for leaving camp and says he will accept punishment, while accusing coach Jorge Jesus of breaking his word. National Team: Portugal rose two places to fifth in FIFA’s latest rankings after winning all four Nations League matches, despite Ronaldo’s mid-camp departure. Portuguese Culture Abroad: Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay opens a month-long display on Oct. 9, featuring a miniature Alfama, fado music and 5,000 sunflowers. Screen and Audio: DeAPlaneta is taking animated titles to MIPCOM, led by Milo season three, now in production; Portugal’s Canal Panda has aired the series. Spotify is also expanding audiobooks to more than 180 markets by year-end, with new Portuguese-language titles. Motorsport: Actor Ajith Kumar is set to race at Portugal’s Portimão circuit in the Michelin Le Mans Cup finale on Oct. 9–10.

Portugal Football: Cristiano Ronaldo has apologized for walking out of camp, says he is not retiring and remains available for Portugal. After Ronaldo accused coach Jorge Jesus of breaking promises, Jesus said he had read the statement but had nothing more to add. On the Rise: Portugal climbed to fifth in FIFA’s world rankings after winning all four Nations League matches during the international break. Music: British blues winners Whisky Flowers are fundraising to represent the UK at the European Blues Challenge in Portugal next year. Racing in Portimão: Actor and racer Ajith Kumar has asked fans to support his team at the Michelin Le Mans Cup, with races scheduled at the Algarve circuit on October 9 and 10.

Ronaldo Portugal Storm: Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence after walking out of the national team camp, apologising for his actions but insisting he’s still available for selection and that coach Jorge Jesus “broke his word” twice, while also saying he should be punished. Messi Farewell Moment: Lionel Messi closed his Argentina career with a 3-0 win over Benin, saying he’s “grateful, proud and at peace” after scoring and setting up goals in his final match. EU Security Jitters: Europe is preparing for a “nightmare scenario” of mass-casualty hybrid attacks, with diplomats debating how the bloc should respond. EV Charging Upgrade: Powerdot and Hubject have rolled out Plug&Charge across 7,000+ European charging points, letting compatible drivers start charging without apps or cards. IKEA Second-Hand Push: IKEA launched a second-hand marketplace for its furniture and homewares, with prices averaging 60% lower and a Buy Back integration trial planned for Spain and Portugal. Music & Tickets: Greta Van Fleet announced 2027 Glasgow dates at OVO Hydro, with support from Larkin Poe and tickets going on sale soon. Film Fundraiser: Portugal’s film community is backing actress Jorrybell Agoto with fundraising screenings to support her cancer treatment.