Portugal secures dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in World Cup match

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Portugal secures dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in World Cup match
Summary

Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in their World Cup Group K match held in Houston. Cristiano Ronaldo scored the opening goal in the sixth minute and added a second after Nuno Mendes’ strike made it 2-0. Uzbekistan had a goal disallowed after VAR review just before halftime, and an own goal by Abduvohid Nematov further extended Portugal's lead. Rafael Leao sealed the victory with a goal in the 88th minute. Portugal now has four points, while Uzbekistan remains without a point in the group.

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By the Numbers
  • Portugal leads Group K with four points after two matches.
  • Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice, marking his tenth World Cup goal.
  • Uzbekistan's disallowed goal hindered their chance to close the gap.
  • Portugal's next match is against Colombia on June 28.
  • Uzbekistan will play DR Congo at the same time.
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  • 7:25 PMYahoo SportsWorld Cup: Dias’ Portugal see off Khusanov’s Uzbekistan
  • 7:20 PMYahoo SportsMan City 2026 World Cup Watch: Ruben Dias and Portugal cruise to Uzbekistan demolition job
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Ruben Dias completed the 90 minutes as Portugal cruised beyond Uzbekistan, putting Abdukodir Khusanov and his teammates in a precarious position in the group.Portugal silenced critics of their opening...

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Ruben Dias played the full 90 minutes as Portugal beat Abdukodir Khusanov’s Uzbekistan 5-0 in their World Cup Group K clash in Houston. Men's Team City Magazine: World Cup 2026 Special Cristiano Ron...

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