Cristiano, the first player to score in six World Cups in history
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first football player in history to score in six different World Cup tournaments. He achieved this milestone at age 41 by scoring two goals against Uzbekistan in the 2026 World Cup.
Why it matters
This marks a significant historical achievement in professional sports, cementing Ronaldo's legacy as one of the most enduring athletes in football history.
The Portuguese player has scored at least one goal in every World Cup since the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and now has ten in total
The article reports on sports statistics and historical records in a straightforward, factual manner.
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