London, Jun 24: Portugal delivered a commanding performance at the FIFA World Cup, thrashing Uzbekistan 5-0 in their group stage clash. The European giants showcased attacking flair and clinical finishing, leaving their opponents overwhelmed.
Star forward Cristiano Ronaldo led the charge with a brace, while teammates added three more goals to seal the emphatic victory. Portugal’s dominance boosted their goal difference and strengthened their position in the group standings.
In another fixture, England and Ghana played out a goalless draw in a tightly contested encounter. Both sides created chances but failed to convert, with goalkeepers producing crucial saves to keep the scoreline level.
The result leaves England and Ghana sharing points, keeping the group wide open as the race for knockout qualification intensifies.