Cristiano Ronaldo set a new milestone by scoring two goals in Portugal’s 2-2 draw with Hungary, becoming the top scorer in World Cup qualifiers at the age of 40. His first goal in the 22nd minute marked his 40th goal in World Cup qualifying matches, surpassing Carlos Ruiz from Guatemala. Ronaldo then scored his 41st goal in the 50 World Cup qualifiers he has participated in by adding another goal in first-half stoppage time. With this achievement, Ronaldo now holds the men’s international record with 143 goals. Despite Ronaldo’s performance, Hungary managed to equalize in stoppage time, denying Portugal an early World Cup qualification. Portugal remains at the top of Group F, leading Hungary by five points.
Ronaldo Makes History with 40th World Cup Qualifier Goal
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