Uzbekistan's fragile defence gave Cristiano Ronaldo the space he thrives on, making it the perfect match for Portugal's captain to rediscover his scoring touch. | Football News

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to make any impact against DR Congo in the FIFA World Cup match. | Football News

Roberto Martinez’s side needs a reaction in this pivotal clash.

Under-fire Portugal eyes sharper attacking effort against Uzbekistan

Portugal are bidding to bounce back from a draw with DR Congo that saw Ronaldo come in for criticism

Portugal vs Uzbekistan LIVE Score: Portugal face Uzbekistan in a crucial Group K clash after a flat 1-1 draw against DR Congo. Cristiano Ronaldo remains central to the focus as…

The 45th game of the 2026 World Cup will give Cristiano Ronaldo another opportunity to find the back of the net.

Ronaldo was given a rapturous reception when he came out to warm-up at Houston Stadium, and again each time he appeared on the big screen.

Portugal captain struck in the sixth minute as his team looked to recover from its opening draw with DR Congo and strengthen its group position

Record-breaker Cristiano Ronaldo guided Portugal to a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan in World Cup Group K on Tuesday. Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups and…

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PORTUGAL 5-0 UZBEKISTAN: Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Portugal as he announced his arrival at the 2026 World Cup in style after a disappointing opening display

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, becoming the first player to score in six World Cup tournaments and saying he was “back” after a difficult…

HOUSTON, June 23 : Cristiano Ronaldo silenced his critics in spectacular fashion, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups while netting twice in Portugal’s emphatic…

Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan: Cristiano Ronaldo announced his arrival at the 2026 World Cup by scoring in his sixth tournament as he led the Portuguese to a rout in Houston

Portugal sauntered to a vital victory which all but guarantees its place in the knockout rounds.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score at six World Cup tournaments as Portugal thrash debutants Uzbekistan.

Analysing the big talking points as Ronaldo and Portugal roared back to form in Group K

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal rediscovered their goalscoring touch with a 5-0 trouncing of Uzbekistan in Group K

Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, showcasing a sharper movement and calmer finishing. | Football News

The 41-year-old Ronaldo World Cup with his goals, adding another impressive accomplishment to his storied career. He was named man of the match. | Football News