Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal defeats Uzbekistan 5-0
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Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan during the World Cup on June 24, 2026, marking a strong response to previous criticism. After a lackluster opener against DR Congo, where he failed to score, Ronaldo showcased his performance by becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. He expressed satisfaction with the team's response after facing public scrutiny, emphasizing his commitment to continue to work hard regardless of external opinions. Ronaldo declined to discuss Lionel Messi's performance during a follow-up question, directing attention instead to his own contributions.
- •Ronaldo now holds the record for scoring in six World Cups.
- •The match took place in Houston, Texas.
- •Portugal rebounded from a disappointing opening match performance.
- •Ronaldo's two goals came after a ten-game scoring drought in major competitions.
- •Gary Neville speculated that Ronaldo may continue playing into the next World Cup.
"Cristiano Ronaldo hit back at his critics after scoring twice in Portugal's 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan.
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