Sports · 25 June 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six FIFA World Cups

Exam-focused facts from the 25 June 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup tournaments.
  • The record was achieved during Portugal's 2026 World Cup Group K match against Uzbekistan at Houston Stadium.
  • Ronaldo scored in the 2006 (Germany), 2010 (South Africa), 2014 (Brazil), 2018 (Russia), 2022 (Qatar), and 2026 editions.
  • Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in international football with 144 goals.
  • The Portugal team is managed by Roberto Martinez.

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