Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups

Portugal’s captain Cristiano Ronaldo, aged 41, set a new milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by becoming the first male player to score in six separate tournaments (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022 and 2026). The brace against Uzbekistan in Group K brought his World Cup tally to 10 goals, overtaking Eusebio as Portugal’s all‑time top scorer in the competition.

In recognition of the achievement, Nike presented Ronaldo with a pair of custom Gold Scorpion Mercurial Superfly 11 boots featuring his CR7 branding. The gift was unveiled ahead of Portugal’s final group match against Colombia. Portugal entered that encounter after a 5‑0 win over Uzbekistan, with Ronaldo opening the scoring in the sixth minute and adding a second before half‑time.

The upcoming clash with Colombia will decide whether Portugal can advance from Group K, while Ronaldo’s record‑breaking feat highlights his longevity and sustained prominence on the world stage.