Ronaldo Makes World Cup History as Portugal Rout Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo made history on day 13 of the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first player ever to score in six different World Cups. Portugal beat debutants Uzbekistan 5-0 and effectively secured a place in the next round.

Ronaldo struck in the 6th minute, then added a second in the 39th to move to 10 World Cup goals for his career. That made him Portugal’s all-time leading scorer in the tournament, overtaking Eusébio. Nuno Mendes doubled the lead with a superb free kick in the 17th minute, an own goal made it 3-0 in the 60th, and Rafael Leão completed the rout in the 87th.

England also disappointed, drawing 0-0 with Ghana after their 2-4 win over Croatia. The result left both teams effectively through to the next stage, but England failed to break down a defensive Ghana side that has yet to concede in the tournament.

Croatia needed only a narrow 1-0 win over Panama, with Ante Budimir scoring the only goal. Luka Modrić led a team that has already far surpassed its golden generation peak, and the article said Croatia now badly needs fresh blood. Its next match against Ghana will shape both the group standings and the legacy of the current squad.