Spain and Barcelona legend Puyol was recently asked if the Portuguese team could win the US, Canada and Mexico World Cup championship, and he gave a positive answer.

Puyol said: "My view is that it is possible. They have a very good team, their players play in big clubs and have won many championships. They are very competitive and have a good coach. As for the current situation, I think Portugal is a very dangerous team."

Portugal won the UEFA League championship earlier this month, and Ronaldo scored goals in the semi-finals and finals. Speaking of old opponent C Ronaldo, Puyol said: "He still manages himself strictly, he lives for football. As a center, Ronaldo's statistics speak for themselves."

At the same time, Puyol believes that Argentina has a chance to defend the World Cup championship. He said of Messi: "He is the best player in the world and the best player in history."