The Times of India

FIFA WC: Ronaldo scripts history in Portugal's dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal crushed Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston to strengthen their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stages. The captain opened the scoring before adding a record-breaking second goal, becoming the first player to score in six consecutive World Cups and surpassing Eusbio as Portugals all-time leading World Cup scorer.