Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in their World Cup match on June 23, 2026. The 41-year-old made history by becoming the first player to score in six World Cups, responding to critics after Portugal's previous 1-1 draw against DR Congo. Ronaldo's first goal came just six minutes into the match, followed by another before halftime. Portuguese manager Roberto Martinez praised Ronaldo's leadership in overcoming earlier difficulties and boosting team morale. Portugal's next match is against Colombia on June 28, 2026.
- •Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan in a World Cup match.
- •Portugal won the match 5-0 on June 23, 2026.
- •Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups.
- •Portugal aims to top Group K in their next match against Colombia.
- •Manager Roberto Martinez highlighted Ronaldo's impact on team morale.
- 9:49 PMYahoo Sports — 'I'm back' - record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics
- 9:33 PMBBC Sport — 'I'm back' - record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics
"Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first player to score at six World Cups.
"Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first player to score at six World Cups.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 9:49 PM'I'm back' - record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first player to score at six World Cups.
- BBC SportJun 23, 2026, 9:33 PM'I'm back' - record-breaking Ronaldo answers critics
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo provides the perfect response to those that doubted him as he becomes the first player to score at six World Cups.
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