Cristiano Ronaldo had a simple but strong message as the final whistle sounded after Portugal’s big win at the World Cup on Tuesday. “I’m back,” he said directly into the television camera. “I’m back.

Cristiano Ronaldo's brace saw him become the first player to score at six World Cups as Portugal saw off Uzbekistan 5-0 in Group K.

Fans of both Portugal and Uzbekistan brought color, energy and passion to Houston Stadium on Tuesday as supporters from each nation marched ahead of their World Cup match. Thousands of fans poured into the area throughout the morning,

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first first player to ever score at six different World Cups with his brace in Portugal’s thumping 5–0 victory over Uzbekistan in Houston. Ronaldo’s underperformance had dominated the discourse after an opening draw with DR Congo,

Uzbekistan is appearing in the FIFA World Cup for the first time ever in 2026. And for many, perhaps, this is the first time they've heard of Uzbekistan, a landlocked country in Central Asia. Set at the crossroads of the ancient Silk Road,