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Cristiano Ronaldo sets World Cup records during Portugal's 5-0 victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:40 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo sets World Cup records during Portugal's 5-0 victory

Summary

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals for Portugal in a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup. With this performance, he became the only player to score in six different men's World Cups. His recent appearance against Colombia marked his 25th World Cup match, tying him with Lothar Matthäus. Ronaldo trails Lionel Messi, who has 28 appearances, as he aims to extend his World Cup legacy. Portugal's advancement in the tournament suggests Ronaldo may increase his tally of goals and matches.

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By the Numbers

•Ronaldo scores a brace in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.
•He becomes the only player to score in six World Cups.
•Ronaldo ties Lothar Matthäus with 25 World Cup appearances.
•Messi holds the record with 28 World Cup matches played.
•Portugal advances to the next round of the tournament.

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1:40 AMYahoo Sports — Cristiano Ronaldo behind only Lionel Messi on remarkable World Cup list after Portugal appearance

What they're saying

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Lionel Messi might be making the 2026 World Cup his playground but old rival Cristiano Ronaldo is certainly making history of his own. While Ronaldo has so far not enjoyed the kind of tournament Messi has with Argentina, the 41-year-old continues to etch himself deeper into the record books.
— Yahoo Sports

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