Portugal rebounded from their opening-match disappointment with a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice to become the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments, according to sports coverage.
Portugal bounced back from their opening-match defeat with a commanding 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan on Tuesday evening. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice, extending his historic record: he is now the first player ever to score in six different World Cup tournaments. As The Zioneer reported earlier, Ronaldo started up front for Portugal in his sixth World Cup. The win puts Portugal's campaign back on track after a disappointing start. The match also featured a notable milestone for the Portuguese captain, who continues to add to his legacy at age 41.
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