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Portugal 2-1 Ireland: Ronaldo becomes all-time top scorer in men's international football

September 1, 2021 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their second goal REUTERS

Cristiano Ronaldo became the all-time leading scorer in men's international football when he headed two last-gasp goals to give Portugal a 2-1 comeback victory over Ireland in Group A of World Cup Qualifying on Wednesday.

The Manchester United forward saw Gavin Bazunu, a Manchester City loanee, save a first-half penalty after Jeff Hendrick was deemed to have fouled Bruno Fernandes.

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