- Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win — snapping his recent big‑tournament drought and adding to his huge international tally.
- Portugal’s attack clicked around fullbacks João Cancelo and Nuno Mendes and Bruno Fernandes, leaving them well placed as they head into a decisive group match with Colombia.
- World Cup debutants Uzbekistan look likely out after two losses, but the trip underlines real progress in their youth development and domestic investment in the sport.
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