Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal trounces Uzbekistan 5-0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:14 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Portugal secured a 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their 2026 World Cup match on June 23, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice. The match showcased a dominant performance from Portugal, with Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão also contributing to the scoreline. Ronaldo opened the scoring in the sixth minute and added his second before halftime, while an own goal from Uzbekistan's goalkeeper and Leão's late strike sealed the result. This win propels Portugal to the top of Group K, strengthening their path toward the knockout stages.
- •Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals in the match.
- •Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão also scored for Portugal.
- •Uzbekistan's goalkeeper conceded an own goal.
- •Portugal temporarily leads Group K.
- •Colombia and DR Congo's match will influence final group standings.
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — The Ronaldo comeback: Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0
"Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé had already made their mark on the 2026 World Cup. Now, Cristiano Ronaldo joined them in style.The Portugal captain scored twice as his side cruised to ...
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