Carlos`s computer fear

The experienced Portuguese coach is concerned that the proliferation of computer games will stem the flow of young talent.

Queiroz thinks that football's governing bodies have a major role to play in offsetting fears of a crisis in the game.

United's number two believes children are more interested in emulating their heroes on a computer screen, than on a park pitch, and it is a worrying trend that requires examination.

"I said two months ago that football had dipped into a financial crisis and also a political one on an international level," said Queiroz.

"It is imperative that Sepp Blatter, the clubs and the federations arrest this problem and make sure the proper interests of football are placed first.

"It is not only Portugal that is in crisis. Nowadays, there is a fight against football on computers.

"Our children prefer to pretend to be Veron, Figo or Beckham on a computer, rather than go out in the street and play with a ball with friends."

Queiroz also believes that his compatriot Hugo Viana has the potential to be a huge success both with Newcastle and the Portuguese national team.

Viana joined The Magpies in the summer and Queiroz believes the young midfielder can eclipse the feats of Rui Costa.

He added: "I have no doubts that Viana is a player who can quickly follow in the footsteps of other members of the national team.

"I see things in him that I have seen in Rui Costa. He has everything needed to have a rosy future."