🎥 Cristiano Ronaldo sets new record for goals in qualifiers | OneFootball

Cristiano Ronaldo was already one of the greatest scorers in the history of World Cup Qualifiers.

And now, he has become the record holder on his own.

He scored both of Portugal's goals in the 2-2 draw with Hungary this Tuesday (14).

He reached 41 goals in 51 qualifying matches.

He shared the top spot with former striker Carlos Ruiz, who scored 39 for Guatemala in 47 games, before the match in Lisbon.

Messi (36 goals in 72 matches) completes the Top 3.

Szalai opened the scoring at 8'.

The equalizer came after Semedo assisted Ronaldo (22').

And the comeback came after another fullback contributed. Pass from Nuno Mendes for the "Robozão" to score with a side-footed shot (48').

Reaching the mark of 948 career goals.

Hungary found the 2-2 equalizer at 91' with Szoboszlai.

A draw that prevented Portugal's early qualification.

They reached ten points. Five more than the day's rival.

Ireland (four) and Armenia (three) complete the group.

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