The Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has once again inscribed his name in the history books of world football. At 40 years old, the legendary forward has officially become the all-time top scorer in FIFA World Cup qualifying.
The Goal of the Feat: The Mark at 40
The historic milestone was achieved last night, in an exciting match against Hungary that is currently level at one apiece.
The Portuguese national team continues its path toward the next World Cup with a captain and leader who never stops breaking records. Now, the fans’ focus is on how many more goals ‘CR7’ can score before hanging up his boots.
𝗗𝗘 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗥𝗔 𝗚𝗔𝗟𝗔́𝗫𝗜𝗔 🪐 Cristiano Ronaldo tornou-se o melhor marcador de sempre em qualificações para o Mundial 🐐🌍 #FazHistória | #WCQpic.twitter.com/Ivmv94ULX2
— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) October 14, 2025
What’s undeniable is that, in the history of World Cup qualifying, Cristiano Ronaldo already has the throne secured.
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