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Ronaldo scores at sixth World Cup as Portugal run riot

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Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo, celebrates after scoring his second goal during FIFA World Cup 2026, vs Uzbekistan at the Houston Stadium on June 23, 2026. [Leo Barrilari / AFP]

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cup campaigns and silenced his critics as the Portugal captain struck twice in a 5-0 annihilation of Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

The big win in Houston put Portugal on the brink of the knockout rounds and was a resounding response to the 41-year-old's doubters.

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