Martínez: Portugal genuine contenders to go far at World Cup

Roberto Martínez has declared Portugal "genuine candidates to go very far this summer" ahead of the World Cup. "We have the quality, the recent tournament experience, and now the proof that we can win," the manager said (1). Portugal enter the tournament with a fully fit squad, reinforced by the return of five key players including the European champion under-21 core. Former coach Paulo Bento backed Martínez's selection and considers Portugal "in the group of candidates" to win it all, though he cautioned that things do not always go as desired.