Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal leads Uzbekistan in World Cup

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal leads Uzbekistan in World Cup
Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player to score in six World Cups, netting two goals in Portugal's 5-0 match against Uzbekistan on June 23 in Houston. Ronaldo's first and second goals came in the sixth and 39th minutes, respectively, contributing significantly to the lead. Nuno Mendes scored Portugal's second goal, with an own goal by Uzbekistan's goalkeeper adding to the tally. Portugal, holding 66% possession, outshot Uzbekistan 17-7. The match remains ongoing, with Portugal poised to face Colombia next in their Group K finale.

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  • •Ronaldo scores in the sixth and 39th minutes.
  • •Portugal leads Uzbekistan 5-0 in the ongoing match.
  • •Nuno Mendes contributed with a free-kick goal.
  • •Uzbekistan's goalkeeper allowed an own goal in the 60th minute.
  • •Portugal will face Colombia next in the group stage.
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Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at six World Cup tournaments on Tuesday when his brace helped Portugal to a thumping 5-0 victory over debutants Uzbekistan. Ronaldo, 41, reached the milestone in the sixth minute off João Cancelo's cross and struck again in the 39th from Bruno Fernandes' pinpoint through ball.

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Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cup campaigns and silenced his critics as the Portugal captain struck twice in a 5-0 annihilation of Uzbekistan on Tuesday.That took him to 10 World Cup goals, more than any other Portuguese player including the great Eusebio.

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Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at six World Cup finals as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0 to secure their place in the round of 32.Ronaldo opened the scoring – to mark the sixth...

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