Ronaldo equals all-time record despite World Cup heartbreak

Cristiano Ronaldo is now the joint holder of the record for the most international caps in football history Read Full Article at RT.com

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Dec 10, 2022 - 22:00
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Ronaldo equals all-time record despite World Cup heartbreak

The iconic footballer reached yet another milestone at the World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has carved out another piece of football history for himself, but one suspects it will be scant consolation for him after Portugal’s stunning FIFA World Cup elimination at the hands of Morocco on Saturday.

After his introduction as a second-half substitute to replace Ruben Neves, Ronaldo won his 196th international cap – drawing level with Kuwait’s Bader Al-Mutawa for the most appearances in the history of international football.

However, the 37-year-old Al-Mutawa could potentially retake the record if he is selected for Kuwait at the upcoming Gulf Cup which kicks off in early January – with Kuwait set to play FIFA World Cup hosts Qatar in their opening match.

Ronaldo already holds the record for the most goals scored in international football, with 118, after he broke the record previously held by Iran’s Ali Daei (109).