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World Cup qualifying roundup: Portugal and record-breaking Ronaldo denied by Hungary

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  • Ronaldo double includes 41st World Cup qualifying goal

  • Republic of Ireland keep dream alive with Armenia win

Cristiano Ronaldo set a record for World Cup qualifying goals but the Group F leaders Portugal were denied early World Cup qualification by a late Hungary equaliser to snatch a 2-2 draw.

Two Ronaldo goals – the first his 40th in qualifying to set the landmark – put Portugal on the verge of qualification but Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai struck in added time to stop the celebration party in Lisbon.

Continue reading…Ronaldo double includes 41st World Cup qualifying goalRepublic of Ireland keep dream alive with Armenia winCristiano Ronaldo set a record for World Cup qualifying goals but the Group F leaders Portugal were denied early World Cup qualification by a late Hungary equaliser to snatch a 2-2 draw.Two Ronaldo goals – the first his 40th in qualifying to set the landmark – put Portugal on the verge of qualification but Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai struck in added time to stop the celebration party in Lisbon. Continue reading…