Doha: Cristiano Ronaldo closed his eyes, took in a deep breath after which made World Cup historical past.
The Portugal striker grew to become the primary male participant to attain at 5 World Cups along with his Sixty fifth-minute penalty in a 3-2 win over Ghana on Thursday.
Andre Ayew equalised for Ghana eight minutes later, however Joao Felix regained the lead for Portugal within the 78th and Rafael Leao added a 3rd. Osman Bukari lowered Ghana’s deficit within the 89th.
The 37-year-old Ronaldo was seeking to showcase his abilities to potential new golf equipment after having his contract terminated at Manchester United this week. After losing two good possibilities within the first half, he tumbled below a problem by Ghana defender Mohammed Salisu to earn a penalty.
Wheeling away after the ball struck the again of the web, a smiling Ronaldo carried out his standard leap and swivel within the air earlier than getting mobbed by teammates.
He has now scored in each World Cup since his first in 2006 and has a document 118 worldwide targets.