Portugal thrash Uzbekistan 5-0, Ronaldo breaks record
Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in World Cup Group K, with 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and setting a new all-time scoring record in the tournament.
Portugal secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in World Cup Group K on Tuesday. The match was highlighted by 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo's historic performance as he scored two goals and broke a tournament record.
Ronaldo opened the scoring in the sixth minute, receiving a cross from João Cancelo and firing a right-footed shot into the net. He celebrated with his teammates by running toward the bench. In the 39th minute, he doubled his tally after a pass from Bruno Fernandes, slotting the ball with his right foot just inside the near post to make it 3-0.
The match ended 5-0 in favor of Portugal, solidifying their position in the group. Ronaldo's achievement is considered historic as he became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup finals history.
