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Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Uzbekistan, declares 'I'm back

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:27 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against Uzbekistan, declares 'I'm back

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo had a standout performance in Portugal's match against Uzbekistan, where he was named MVP. After the match, he confidently declared, 'I'm back, I'm back,' echoing a famous phrase from Michael Jordan. This marked Ronaldo's first two goals of the World Cup, showcasing his readiness to compete alongside stars like Messi and Mbappé. The match displayed Ronaldo's resurgence on the international stage, following previous challenges to his performance by younger players. Portugal aims to build on this momentum in upcoming fixtures.

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By the Numbers

•Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice against Uzbekistan in the World Cup.
•He declares 'I'm back' to the camera post-match.
•Portugal's rout of Uzbekistan adds to their World Cup campaign.
•Ronaldo's performance challenges younger stars like Messi and Mbappé.
•Portugal seeks to continue strong performances in future matches.

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7:27 PMYahoo Sports — 💪🏼Cristiano, like Michael Jordan: I'm back, I'm back

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After Portugal’s rout, the Madeira-born star looked into the camera and declared that he is back. He was the standout player of the match and the MVP of the clash against Uzbekistan. Cristiano Ronal...
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