Ronaldo Double Leads Portugal Rout of Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal.
In Portugal’s World Cup match against Uzbekistan.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0, becoming the first player to score in six World Cups. Nuno Mendes, a Uzbekistan own goal and Rafael Leao also struck as Portugal bounced back from their opening draw.

Ronaldo’s early half-volley and first-half second answered heavy criticism after the DR Congo result. Portugal now face Colombia to decide Group K, while Roberto Martinez praised Ronaldo’s leadership through a difficult week.