Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring the opening goal of his team during the World Cup Group K match between Portugal and Uzbekistan in Houston, on June 23, 2026

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Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments on Tuesday (June 22, 2026), getting a goal in the sixth minute of Portugal’s match against Uzbekistan.The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history 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.Portugal vs Uzbekistan, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVEHis goal comes after he was criticized for failing to score in Portugal's 1-1 draw against Congo in the team's opening match.Ronaldo and Argentina captain Lionel Messi became the only men in history to play in six World Cup tournaments this year. Ronaldo’s scoring streak started in his debut in 2006 and he also netted goals in 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo scores a goal past Uzbekistan goalkeeper Abduvohid Nematov

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