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Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first player to score in six World Cups
By AP via Scripps News Group at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments on Tuesday by getting two goals in Portugal's match against Uzbekistan.The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when Joo Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1...
Key takeaway The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when Joo Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1-0.
Why this matters in The Detroit
For Detroiters who follow international soccer, Cristiano Ronaldo's historic achievement is a reminder that the city's diverse population has strong ties to the global soccer community. Many residents have roots in countries where soccer is a beloved national pastime, and they closely follow the sport and its stars. Ronaldo's record-breaking goals will likely be celebrated by Detroit 's Portuguese community, as well as by soccer fans across the city. The achievement also highlights the city's connection to the global sports landscape, with many Detroiters taking pride in watching international competitions like the World Cup. As the World Cup continues, Detroit soccer fans will be watching to see how Ronaldo's team, Portugal, fares in the tournament, and how other international teams with local followings perform on the global stage.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments on Tuesday by getting two goals in Portugal's match against Uzbekistan.The 41-year-old Ronaldo made history in the sixth minute when Joo Cancelo crossed it to him and he shot with his right foot to make it 1...
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