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How digital payments are reshaping a fast-growing digital banking market

As digital payments become mainstream in Uzbekistan, banks are expanding into lending, insurance and investment products to meet rising consumer demand.

Euronews

Methasit, Vipavee reign supreme

Thai national cyclists Methasit Boonsane and Vipavee Deekaballes swept to victory in the men's and women's elite downhill events at the 2026 Asian Mountain Bike Championships in Uzbekistan on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post

Portugal's World Cup victory sparks celebrations in Lisbon

Thousands of fans in Lisbon celebrated Portugal's 5-0 World Cup victory over Uzbekistan, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice and becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Visibly Uncomfortable After Surprise Lionel Messi Question

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, silencing critics after a tough start. He avoided discussing Lionel Messi, focusing instead on Portugal's improved performance.

International Business Times UK

DR Congo vs Uzbekistan World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

DR Congo must win to stay alive in Group K, facing an Uzbekistan side that has conceded eight goals in two games. Our pick: DR Congo at -115.

Sports Lens

Colombia vs Portugal World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Colombia vs Portugal World Cup 2026 predictions: Portugal favored at -105 to claim Group K top spot at Hard Rock Stadium on June 27.

Sports Lens

World Cup 2026: Ronaldo answers critics as Portugal get back on track

Cristiano Ronaldo responded to criticism in the best possible way on Tuesday against Uzbekistan (5–0). The 41-year-old striker scored twice to lead his country to their first victory in this World Cup.

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Ronaldo shines as Portugal deliver 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan and Engand suffer 0-0 draw to Ghana

Ronaldo was quick to shutdown criticism over his goalless World Cup opener and overall usefulness to his national side as he grabbed a brace in Portugal’s 5-0 pounding of Uzbekistan.

Euronews

Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan: Record-breaking Ronaldo silences critics with brace

Ronaldo announced his arrival at the World Cup with two goals as Portugal ignited their campaign with a 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan.

The National (Scotland)

FIFA 2026: Colombia beat Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 to reach World Cup knockouts

Colombia finally broke down a stubborn DR Congo side on Tuesday to secure a 1-0 win that guaranteed their place in the World Cup knockout rounds. Colombia, who failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, will face Portugal in Miami on Saturday, while DR Congo take on…

The Economic Times

Who was Eusébio? Portugal's first global football superstar, aka The Black Panther, whose 60-year-old FIFA World Cup record was just broken by Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo has rewritten football history, becoming Portugal's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with a brace against Uzbekistan. The 41-year-old's two goals propelled him past Eusébio's nine-goal record, marking his tenth World Cup strike. This historic achievement also makes him the first player to score in six different World Cup…

The Economic Times

Ronaldo double fires Portugal, Ghana thwart England

Cristiano Ronaldo, at 41, etched his name in history by scoring in his sixth World Cup, leading Portugal to a dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan. Meanwhile, England's quest for the knockout stages hit a snag with a frustrating 0-0 draw against Ghana. Despite the setback, England remains optimistic about advancing,…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday matches? Check key highlights of June 23 battles

Football fans witnessed a spectacular June 23rd with Kylian Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo setting new records. Mbappe's brace secured France's win, while Ronaldo became the first to score in six World Cups, netting twice for Portugal. Erling Haaland's double propelled Norway into the knockout stage. Algeria kept their hopes alive…

The Economic Times

Ronaldo's Spark Sets Portugal Ablaze in 5-0 Rout of Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first man to score at six World Cups as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 in Houston, nearing the knockouts.

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The Guardian - AU

Colombia 1-0 DR Congo: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Colombia book their last-32 spot after edging out DR Congo with a goal to Daniel Muñoz in Guadalajara

Bangkok Post

Record-breaker Ronaldo guides Portugal to 5-0 win over Uzbekistan

HOUSTON: Cristiano ⁠Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups ‌and Portugal’s all-time leading marksman at the global finals with two goals in Tuesday’s emphatic 5-0 Group K win ⁠over Uzbekistan in Houston.

The Guardian - UK

‘I’m back’: Ronaldo’s relief after double kickstarts Portugal World Cup push

Cristiano Ronaldo savoured the end of a ‘difficult, dark week’ after scoring twice in Portugal’s 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan and becoming the first player to find the net in six World Cups

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo agonises over ‘dark week’ after responding to retirement calls with World Cup double

Ronaldo delivered a defiant message to his critics as he bagged a super brace against Uzbekistan

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Euronews

Cristiano Ronaldo scores at his sixth World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo scored as Portugal beat Uzbekistan in their World Cup group match in Houston, becoming the first footballer to score at six World Cup tournaments.

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo hits back at doubters after starring in win over Uzbekistan

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Cristiano Ronaldo Sets World Cup Record Even Lionel Messi Won’t Break

Ronaldo’s record-breaking moment wasn’t even the most important thing he did for Portugal against Uzbekistan.

The Independent UK

Cristiano Ronaldo sends two-word message to critics after Portugal World Cup double

The Portugal captain provided a statement through the camera lens after his goals against Uzbekistan

The Independent UK

Thierry Henry hails Cristiano Ronaldo’s vital change to inspire Portugal at World Cup

The Fox Sports analyst had been critical of Ronaldo’s performance in the stalemate with DR Congo, but two goals and an assist inspired Portugal to a 5-0 win against Uzbekistan

The Times of India

Watch: IShowSpeed loses it as Cristiano Ronaldo scores his first goal of the 2026 World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo's first goal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ignited an explosive reaction from superfan IShowSpeed, whose stadium celebration went viral. The streamer's ecstatic display, fueled by his long-standing admiration for the Portuguese star, nearly overshadowed Ronaldo's brace against Uzbekistan. This moment highlights the increasing synergy between online personalities…

The Guardian - UK

Cristiano Ronaldo ends his goal drought as rampant Portugal outclass Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal rediscovered their goalscoring touch with a 5-0 trouncing of Uzbekistan in Group K

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