Cristiano Ronaldo made history on Tuesday in Houston, becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments. He netted twice in Portugal's emphatic 5-0 Group K victory over debutants Uzbekistan.
Ronaldo fired Portugal into an early lead in the sixth minute, converting from six yards after a cross from Joao Cancelo on the right. The victory allowed Portugal to bounce back after a disappointing performance in the team's opening match.
The 41-year-old legend's goals marked his 144th international goal in his 230th appearance, both of which are records in men's internationals. Since making his World Cup debut in 2006, Ronaldo has netted in every finals since, and his performance against Uzbekistan equalled Eusebio's record of nine goals at the global finals for Portugal.
Following a difficult week, Ronaldo silenced his critics by stating he was back, providing a response to those who had doubted him.