Ronaldo's double powers Portugal to dominant victory
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage match on 23 June 2026. Ronaldo's first goal came in the sixth minute, a neat finish from six yards at the near post, converting Joao Cancelo's low cross. He then added a second by placing a perfect pass from Bruno Fernandes into the far corner.
Record-breaker Ronaldo
With his two goals, Ronaldo became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, surpassing the previous record held by Miroslav Klose. The Portuguese captain now has 17 World Cup goals, according to FIFA statistics. The 41-year-old's performance was hailed by coach Roberto Martinez, who said, "Cristiano continues to defy age and expectations. His leadership and finishing are unmatched."
Portugal's dominant display
Portugal's victory was built on a solid team performance. Joao Cancelo and Bruno Fernandes were instrumental in creating chances, while the defense kept a clean sheet. The win puts Portugal top of their group with maximum points, boosting their chances of advancing to the knockout stages. Uzbekistan struggled to contain Portugal's attacking prowess and failed to register a shot on target.
