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Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six World Cups with two goals against Uzbekistan
By KRISTIE RIEKEN at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
HOUSTON (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments on Tuesday by getting two goals in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when João Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right fo...
Key takeaway He scored again in the 39th minute when he got a pass from Bruno Fernandes and shot with his right foot just inside the near post to make the score 3-0.
Why this matters in The Laredo
For Laredo residents who follow international soccer, Cristiano Ronaldo's historic performance is a notable achievement. As the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments, Ronaldo's dedication to the sport is admirable. Locally, this story may resonate with the city's own soccer enthusiasts, who can appreciate the hard work and perseverance that goes into achieving such a feat. The fact that Ronaldo is nearing the end of his career makes his accomplishment even more remarkable, and his legacy will likely inspire young soccer players in Laredo and beyond. With the World Cup tournament underway, Laredo's soccer fans will be watching closely to see how Ronaldo's team, Portugal, performs in the coming matches. The city's own soccer community may also be motivated to organize viewing parties or other events to celebrate the tournament and Ronaldo's historic achievement.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? HOUSTON (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments on Tuesday by getting two goals in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when João Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right fo...
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