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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, 9:03 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

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

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals in Portugal's 5-0 victory against Uzbekistan on June 23, 2026, in their FIFA World Cup match at Houston Stadium. The match marked Ronaldo's return to form after a disappointing opener against DR Congo, ending a 10-game goalless streak in major tournaments. He celebrated his goals by addressing critics, declaring, 'I’m back!' after the match. Portugal secured a place in the Round of 32 and will face Colombia in their final group stage match on June 27 in Miami.

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  • •Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in a World Cup group match.
  • •Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups.
  • •Portugal secured their spot in the Round of 32.
  • •They will face Colombia on June 27 to determine group standings.
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  • 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo warns critics after brace in Portugal's World Cup win
  • 9:03 PMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo boldly addresses critics after brace in Portugal’s demolition of Uzbekistan
What they're saying
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Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston on Tuesday, finally leaving his mark on the 2026 FIFA World Cup and silencing critics in the process

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Having faced heavy scrutiny heading into Tuesday's game against Uzbekistan, Cristiano Ronaldo called out his critics following his brace in Portugal's 5-0 FIFA World Cup win

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