Portugal coach Roberto Martinez says Cristiano Ronaldo is assessed on current performance rather than age as the team prepares for the upcoming World Cup. Multiple outlets report Martinez’s position that Ronaldo, who is 41, will be treated the same way as other players when determining his role in the squad. The comments come as Portugal weighs how to use their captain, with Ronaldo set to appear in his fifth World Cup. He is also described as Portugal’s record men’s international goalscorer, with 143 goals. Al Jazeera and Cyprus Mail both highlight that Martinez frames selection around form and standards applied across the team, rather than relying on the player’s age. CNA’s report similarly focuses on Martinez’s message that Ronaldo is being judged on performance as Portugal plans its approach for the tournament. With the World Cup scheduled to begin in North America in less than a month, the decision on Ronaldo’s involvement remains part of Portugal’s preparation as the team finalises its competition plans.