Portugal will lock horns against Uzbekistan in their upcoming Group K clash at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday, June 23 at the Houston Stadium in Houston. Tonight's game is going to be extremely crucial for Portugal, as their fate depends on the outcome of the clash against Uzbekistan.
Cristiano Ronaldo can reach two big milestones
However, Roberto Martinez's side will enter the field with a positive mindset to secure a win and claim all three points to continue their campaign in the FIFA World Cup. Notably, Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo has a chance to reach two historic milestones in the World Cup.
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1. Fist player to score goal in 6 different World Cups
If Ronaldo manages to register a goal in Portugal's game against Uzbekistan, then he would become the only player to score in six different editions of FIFA World Cup. Having previously scored in all the editions where he participated (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022).
2. Second-oldest goal scorer in World Cup history
Currently, the record of being the oldest goal scorer is held by Cameroon's Roger Mila, who scored against Russia in 1994 at the age of 42 years and 39 days. If Ronaldo scores tonight, he will become the second-oldest player to score a goal in the FIFA World Cup.
How has Ronaldo played so far in the FIFA World Cup?
So far Portugal have played only one game in the FIFA World Cup, where they faced DR Congo and clinched a 1-1 draw. In the game against DR Congo, Ronaldo endured a tough outing as he had zero shots on target despite playing the full 90 minutes.
Throughout the game, the Al-Nassr star had only 25 touches, marking the second-fewest touches he has ever recorded in a World Cup start. However, Ronaldo will look to comeback with a bang in Portugal's game against Uzbekistan.