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Ronaldo scores twice, sets six-World Cup record

6/24/2026

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Summary

Ronaldo Sets Record

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan on June 23, 2026 in Houston, Texas.
The two goals gave Ronaldo the record as the first player to score in six World Cups and raised his total to ten, surpassing Eusébio.
Roberto Martínez praised the veterans for turning a difficult week into a positive performance.
Portugal earned four points, topped Group K and will meet Colombia on June 27, 2026.

Summary

Ronaldo Returns

Ronaldo scored two goals, prompting street celebrations in Lisbon with fans chanting “Siuuu.”
After criticism following a 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, coach Roberto Martínez defended Ronaldo as an example and role model.
Former striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic mocked Ronaldo’s “I’m back” claim, saying he never left.
Ronaldo repeated “I’m back” in the post-match interview, drawing applause from supporters and sarcasm from rivals.

History

Historical Context

After Brazil’s Ronaldo broke Gerd Müller’s 14-goal World Cup mark by finishing the 2006 tournament with 15 goals, the record-setting striker became a benchmark for longevity. Sixteen years later, Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo scored in his sixth World Cup match in 2026, the first player ever to net in six editions, reinforcing the trend of veteran forwards shaping the event.

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Ronaldo Sets Record

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan on June 23, 2026 in Houston, Texas.
The two goals gave Ronaldo the record as the first player to score in six World Cups and raised his total to ten, surpassing Eusébio.
Roberto Martínez praised the veterans for turning a difficult week into a positive performance.
Portugal earned four points, topped Group K and will meet Colombia on June 27, 2026.

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