Ronaldo makes history and Portugal's knockout path hangs on Colombia

Ronaldo scores twice, becomes first to score in six World Cups

Your captain answered the noise. Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals against Uzbekistan and became the first player in history to score in six different World Cups (1). The record now belongs to him alone. "I'm back," he said afterwards (4).

Ronaldo debate splits pundits after Uzbekistan

The performance did not end the conversation, it lit a new one. Dutch pundits Dave Aalbers, Süleyman Öztürk, and Bart Frouws all weighed in. The core question: does Portugal have a better chance of winning the World Cup with Ronaldo on the pitch? (4) The answer depends on who you ask.

Portugal's round-of-16 fate still open

Your team's path to the knockout stage is not locked yet. The Colombia vs DR Congo result in the group means Portugal's possible last-16 opponents will only be settled after the final group matches (2). Everything is still on the table.

Referee named for decisive Colombia clash

The official for Portugal vs Colombia has been appointed (3). The final group stage match will decide the group, and the referee is now known.