Chelsea defender Paulo Ferreira has ruled out growing a moustache for Portugal fans during the World Cup.

Portugal fans have held up banners asking the players to grow moustaches as a gesture of solidarity, reminiscent of the way Romania's squad bleached their hair in 1998.

But Chelsea full back Ferreira said: "I don't think so, I could never see myself with a moustache. It would only make us figures of fun."

Ferreira will, however, have his own lucky charm to stave off injuries.

"My mother gave me a crucifix after the injury (to his knee that kept him out for eight months last year). She told me to kiss it three times before going on the pitch.

"I can't play with it, but before going on I do that. I'll take it to the World Cup."