Ronaldo to Messi Fans: ‘God Helps Those Who Work Hard’ After Record World Cup Brace
Portugal cruised to a 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan in their opening match of World Cup qualifying, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice to secure the win. His brace marked a milestone as he became the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments, a clear statement after a disappointing draw with DR Congo. Ronaldo admitted the pressure was intense following that draw, calling it a “dark week” and saying he felt like he had “retired from soccer.” He insisted that hard work and faith helped him bounce back. “God helps those who work hard,” he said. “We faced tough criticism, but we responded on the pitch. Now we’re focused on maintaining this form and advancing to the knockout rounds.”
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