Cristiano Ronaldo Sets Two New World Cup Records Against Croatia
Summary
Cristiano Ronaldo set two World Cup records by becoming the oldest player to play and score in a knockout stage match during Portugal's win over Croatia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Key Points
- Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player to play in a World Cup knockout stage match at 41 years and 147 days old.
- He also became the oldest player to score in a World Cup knockout stage match by scoring a penalty against Croatia.
- Ronaldo's 26th World Cup match places him just one behind Lothar Matthäus for the most World Cup match appearances.
- Croatia’s captain Luka Modrić and Ronaldo made history as the first two outfield players over 40 to face each other in a World Cup match.
