Cristiano Ronaldo aims for World Cup history against Congo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:04 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo seeks to become the first player to score in six World Cups as Portugal faces Congo on June 17 in Houston. The 41-year-old has scored in every World Cup since 2006 and aims to contribute positively after mixed performances in recent tournaments. Ronaldo’s experience could be crucial for Portugal, which hopes for a strong start. Portugal supporters have mixed feelings about his inclusion, given his recent struggles but also a resurgence with eight goals during the UEFA Nations League. The match will air at 1 p.m. EDT on Fox, Telemundo, and Peacock.
- •Ronaldo has scored in all five previous World Cups.
- •Portugal faces Congo on June 17 at 1 p.m. EDT.
- •Ghana will be without Thomas Partey for its opener against Panama.
- •England's Tino Livramento is out due to a calf injury.
- •Uzbekistan will make its World Cup debut against Colombia.
- 11:04 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup what to know: Ronaldo looks to make history by scoring in 6th World Cup
"Cristiano Ronaldo looks to make history by becoming the first player to score a goal in six World Cups when Portugal meets Congo on Wednesday. The 41-year-old Ronaldo has scored in each tournament dating to 2006. Messi had 13 goals on 105 shots entering this World Cup, and Ronaldo had eight goals on 103 shots.
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