Ronaldo on the verge of a record in World Cup qualifiers

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, striker for Saudi club Al-Nassr, is poised to achieve another international achievement during the current international break. Portugal faces two crucial matches in the European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The "Brazil of Europe" is preparing to face Ireland and Hungary on October 11 and 14, as they seek to secure a place in the World Cup. Ronaldo enters this stage with added motivation, as he seeks to score his 40th goal in World Cup qualifying, a record that would make him the all-time top scorer in the qualifiers, surpassing retired Guatemalan Carlos Ruiz, who currently shares the lead with him on 39 goals each. The Portugal captain equaled Ruiz's record during his country's match against Armenia last September, scoring twice in a resounding 5-0 victory. With every international appearance, Ronaldo continues to cement his status as one of the greatest players in football history, setting his sights on adding a new record to his impressive list.