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Ronaldo Eyes Sixth World Cup Scoring Milestone
17 Jun
Summary
- Cristiano Ronaldo could score in his sixth World Cup.
- Lionel Messi recently set the record for most World Cup appearances.
- DR Congo returns to the World Cup after a 50-year absence.
As of June 17, 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo stands on the brink of a monumental achievement in his illustrious career. Portugal's star forward is set to become the first footballer ever to score in six different FIFA World Cup tournaments. This historic opportunity arises as Portugal commences their Group K campaign against DR Congo in Houston on Wednesday.
This potential record follows Lionel Messi's recent milestone of appearing in his sixth World Cup edition. Ronaldo's quest for a scoring record in his sixth tournament begins with the match against DR Congo at the NRG Stadium. Notably, DR Congo is making a significant return to the FIFA World Cup stage after an absence of over 50 years, their last appearance being in 1974 as Zaire.
Portugal enters the match as the strong favorite, currently holding the 5th position in the FIFA rankings. Their squad is filled with talent, including Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, João Neves, and Bernardo Silva, who were instrumental in their dominant qualifying campaign. DR Congo, ranked significantly lower, has had mixed results in their recent matches leading up to the tournament.
