India, June 1 -- The Portuguese Football Federation's president, Pedro Proenca, has claimed that it would be 'a huge surprise' if Cristiano Ronaldo played for the national team at the 2030 FIFA World Cup. His comments came after Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez reignited the idea that Ronaldo could also appear in his seventh World Cup, citing his competitive mindset.

Speaking to Cadena Ser, he said, "No one should doubt it. He's earned it."

"I've worked with many players who won a Champions League or a Ballon d'Or, and the next day they lose their motivation. What we see with Ronaldo shows a different mindset.

"I think having that goal allows you to persevere. There's a genetic aspect to it, and also the work he puts in; he uses ev...