Cristiano Ronaldo scores brace as Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0 in World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo netted two goals as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in their second group‑stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese forward became the first male player to score in six different World Cups. Team‑mate Bruno Fernandes praised Ronaldo’s performance, saying the victory underlined Portugal’s attacking strength.

The win leaves Portugal in a strong position in Group G and sets up a crucial clash with Colombia in the next round of fixtures.