Cristiano Ronaldo powers Portugal to 5‑0 World Cup win over Uzbekistan

Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5‑0 in their World Cup group match, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice. He opened the scoring in the sixth minute and added a second before halftime, becoming the first player ever to score in six different World Cup tournaments. The win also saw Ronaldo move past Eusébio on Portugal’s all‑time World Cup scoring list. Nuno Mendes contributed a direct free‑kick goal, while Rafael Leão added the final tally after Uzbekistan’s own goalkeeper scored an own‑goal. The victory lifts Portugal into a strong position ahead of their upcoming group clash with Colombia, and Ronaldo celebrated the performance with a loud “I’m back” chant.

The match highlighted Portugal’s renewed confidence after a shaky start to the tournament, and the team now leads the group with four points, positioning them well for a knockout‑stage berth.