Ronaldo breaks World Cup record.

Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make his mark in world football history by taking to the field in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

Ronaldo breaks World Cup record. Photo: Reuters .

According to ESPN , Ronaldo made history by becoming the oldest player to start a World Cup (41 years and 132 days old). Coach Roberto Martinez did not hesitate to include CR7 in Portugal's starting lineup for their match against the Democratic Republic of Congo in Group K of the 2026 World Cup on the morning of June 18th.

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Furthermore, Ronaldo also became the fourth oldest player to participate in a World Cup in history. The record holder is Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary, who played in the 2018 World Cup against Saudi Arabia at the age of 45 years and 161 days. Immediately behind him is Colombian goalkeeper Faryd Mondragon, who played in the 2014 World Cup at the age of 43 years and 3 days.

Third place goes to Cameroonian legend Roger Milla. He featured in the match against Russia at the 1994 World Cup when he was 42 years and 39 days old. Meanwhile, Ronaldo surpassed former Northern Ireland star Pat Jennings to take fourth place. This achievement once again demonstrates the incredible resilience of the five-time Ballon d'Or winner, who still maintains his fitness and desire to play at the highest level despite turning 41.

Ronaldo's presence at the 2026 World Cup would further demonstrate an extraordinary career spanning over two decades at the highest level. The 41-year-old superstar also has a strong desire to conquer the World Cup before retiring.

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