Cristiano Ronaldo has once again etched his name into the history books, proving that age is just a number. The 40-year-old Portuguese superstar scored twice in Portugal’s 2–2 draw against Hungary in Lisbon during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match, setting a new world record for the most goals in World Cup qualifiers.
With those two goals, Ronaldo reached an incredible 41 goals in World Cup qualifying, surpassing the previous record of 39 goals held by Guatemala’s Carlos Ruiz. The legendary forward showed his trademark determination and composure, equalizing with a powerful header just before halftime and adding another clinical finish in the 78th minute to complete his brace.
The goals not only secured Portugal a crucial point but also brought Ronaldo’s career goal tally to 948, a remarkable feat that cements his legacy as one of football’s greatest ever scorers. His relentless hunger for success and consistency at the highest level continue to inspire millions around the world.Portugal remains at the top of their qualifying group with 19 points from seven matches, holding a two-point lead over Hungary. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, Ronaldo shows no signs of slowing down, reminding fans that his name will forever be synonymous with records, resilience, and greatness.
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