Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score a goal in six different World Cup tournaments after netting for Portugal against Uzbekistan on 23 June 2026 in Group K. Ronaldo scored a brace in the encounter, extending his World Cup goalscoring legacy across multiple decades of participation.
The Portuguese forward's achievement represents a unique milestone in World Cup history, as few outfield players have participated in six World Cup tournaments, and fewer still have scored in each one. Ronaldo's continued goalscoring maintains Portugal's competitiveness in the group stage and underscores his enduring impact on international football's premier event.
The brace demonstrates Ronaldo's sustained effectiveness in World Cup competitions despite his age, maintaining his status as a focal point of Portugal's attacking setup throughout the tournament.
Ronaldo's record-breaking goal affects Golden Boot markets, with the Portuguese forward now among the leading contenders for the tournament's top goalscorer award as the competition intensifies in the group stage.
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