Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score 25 goals across the men’s World Cup and European Championship. It happened when he scored a penalty against Croatia on 2 July 2026. ESPN shared this and other record facts from the day.
Key Facts
- Ronaldo’s 25: His total goals at World Cups and Euros put together.
- First knockout goal: The penalty was his first ever World Cup knockout goal.
- Lamine Yamal’s 100: Spain had won all 8 major tournament games he started, a 100% record.
- Johan Manzambi: The youngest player in 60 years with five goal involvements at one World Cup.
What Does Ronaldo’s 25 Mean?
Ronaldo has scored 14 goals at the Euros. His penalty against Croatia was his 11th World Cup goal. Together, that makes 25. No other player has done that. Portugal won the game 2–1.
At 41, he also became the oldest player to score in a World Cup knockout game.
Yamal’s Perfect Record
Spain beat Austria 3–0. It meant Spain had won all eight major tournament games that Lamine Yamal started. Yamal, 18, also had 10 successful dribbles in the game.
Manzambi Shines for Switzerland
Switzerland beat Algeria 2–0. Johan Manzambi now has 3 goals and 2 assists. He is the first Swiss player in 60 years to do that at one World Cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ronaldo’s record 25?
He is the first man to score 25 goals across World Cups and Euros.
What is Yamal’s perfect 100?
Spain had won 100% of the major tournament games he started.
Who is Johan Manzambi?
A young Swiss midfielder with 3 goals and 2 assists at this World Cup.
Conclusion
An old star and two young stars made history on the same day. That is part of what makes the World Cup special.
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