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Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:30 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo led Portugal to a commanding 5-0 victory against Uzbekistan in the 2026 World Cup on June 23. The 41-year-old star scored two goals, making history as the first player to score in six different World Cups and becoming Portugal's all-time leading scorer in the tournament. Ronaldo's performance followed criticism after Portugal's earlier 1-1 draw with DR Congo. With this win, Portugal improves its position heading into a critical Group K match against Colombia.

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By the Numbers

•Portugal achieved a 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan.
•Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals in the match.
•Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups.
•He surpassed Eusébio as Portugal's all-time World Cup scorer.
•Portugal will face Colombia next in the group stage.

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For the first time at the 2026 World Cup, Portugal looked like a true contender. And for the first time in this tournament, Cristiano Ronaldo looked like Cristiano Ronaldo. After enduring criticism following Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo and a lengthy goal drought in major international tournaments, the 41-year-old superstar responded in emphatic…
— Yahoo Sports

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