C. Ronaldo has started aiming for the World Cup's secluded record.

2026-06-28 12:59 © scanpix

The leader of the Portugal national team, Cristiano Ronaldo, is struggling to move mountains at the World Cup.

The 41-year-old forward has only two goals scored against the Uzbekistan team.

Moreover, the veteran has begun to aim for the all-time tournament's knockout record.

It is estimated that in the current championship, the player has already violated the rules four times and increased his knockout total to 23.

In the unpleasant achievement category, C. Ronaldo surpassed the previous second-placed Thierry Henry (22 knockouts).

If the footballer continues to fall into opponents' traps, he may surpass Robin Van Persie's "achievement" (25).

C. Ronaldo's knockouts in World Cups

2026 World Cup – 4 knockouts

2022 World Cup – 7 knockouts

2018 World Cup – 1 knockout

2014 World Cup – 3 knockouts

2010 World Cup – 3 knockouts

2006 World Cup – 5 knockouts