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Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses Lionel Messi question after Portugal win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:44 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo dismisses Lionel Messi question after Portugal win

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo faced a reporter's question about Lionel Messi after Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following his brace in the match, Ronaldo interrupted the inquiry about Messi's goals against Austria by saying, 'Next question.' While his performance helped him become Portugal's all-time World Cup goalscorer, critiques of his earlier game lingered. Portugal's next matchup against Colombia will be crucial for securing a place in the Round of 32.

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By the Numbers

•Ronaldo scored two goals against Uzbekistan, moving past Eusebio's World Cup record.
•Portugal is seeking to secure advancement in the tournament against Colombia.
•Ronaldo previously faced criticism after a lackluster performance in the opener against DR Congo.
•Messi scored two goals for Argentina in their last match against Austria.

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1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo’s two-word response when asked about Lionel Messi at World Cup

What they're saying

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Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo stirred up some major controversy after a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan. The 2026 FIFA World Cup was branded as the last ride for Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo.
— Yahoo Sports

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