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World Cup 2026: Portugal and record breaking Cristiano Ronaldo outshine Uzbekistan
Key takeaways
- Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in World Cup Group K.
- By: FRANCE 24 Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group K football match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 23, 2026.
- The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when João Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1-0.
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Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in World Cup Group K. Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals.
By: FRANCE 24 Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo controls the ball during the 2026 World Cup Group K football match between Portugal and Uzbekistan at the Houston Stadium in Houston on June 23, 2026. AFP - PAUL ELLIS Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in World Cup Group K.
The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when João Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1-0. He ran toward the bench and celebrated with his teammates after the score.
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