Lisbon, May 29 -- Portugal coach Roberto Martinez said that no one should doubt the possibility of football icon Cristiano Ronaldo featuring in the 2030 FIFA World Cup at the age of 45, saying that he has "earned it".

In a bid for his maiden World Cup title, the only title which is left to win for him, the 41-year-old will be making a record-breaking sixth FIFA World Cup appearance this year, having made his tournament debut back in 2004. Portugal is the co-host of the 2030 edition with Spain and Morocco. Champion or not, the prospect of playing a home World Cup would undoubtedly be a special one for Cristiano.

Asked if Ronaldo, who has not given any indications of football retirement after this year's marquee tournament, would feature ...