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Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Portugal's World Cup opener against Uzbekistan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:46 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in Portugal's World Cup opener against Uzbekistan

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan on June 23 during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He expressed relief after a challenging week, acknowledging struggles from their previous match against DR Congo. Ronaldo sidestepped questions regarding Lionel Messi, asserting his focus remains on team goals despite individual records. His performance marks a significant milestone, as he now becomes the first player to score in six World Cups.

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By the Numbers

•Portugal wins 5-0 against Uzbekistan in World Cup match
•Ronaldo scores two goals, achieving a personal milestone
•He addresses prior struggles and off-field issues
•Ronaldo deflects Messi-related questions during press conference
•Portugal aims to build on this success in future matches

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What they're saying

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On Tuesday (23), Cristiano Ronaldo "made his debut" at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.With two goals in the 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan, CR7 seemed relieved after a "dark week.""It was a difficult, dark week...
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