Portugal great Cristiano Ronaldo has made history at the 2026 World Cup by becoming the first player to find the net in his sixth tournament, after scoring twice against Uzbekistan.
Key takeaways
- Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals versus Uzbekistan to extend his World Cup scoring streak to six editions.
- Ronaldo has now scored in every World Cup since his debut in 2006, a first for any player.
- Portugal earned their opening victory of the tournament with a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.
- Nuno Mendes, Ronaldo and Rafael Leao all contributed to the goals as Portugal secured the decisive result.
- Progress from the group remains uncertain, with qualification likely determined by the final match for the teams in the group.
Ronaldo makes World Cup history again
Having first appeared at a World Cup in 2006, Ronaldo has kept his record intact by scoring in each subsequent edition. That run has now set a new benchmark, making him the first footballer to score in six different World Cups.
Portugal’s breakthrough win puts them back on track
Portugal’s 5-0 triumph over Uzbekistan marked their first win of the competition after a difficult start that followed a shaky opening against DR Congo. The victory was built through goals from Nuno Mendes, Ronaldo and Rafael Leao, with the combined finishing ensuring Portugal cruised to a comfortable margin.
Even with the emphatic result, the race to advance from the group remains finely balanced. The final berth in the next round is expected to be decided in the tournament’s last group fixtures.
