No, Cristiano Ronaldo has never won a FIFA World Cup. Despite an illustrious career filled with numerous individual accolades and club trophies, the most coveted international football prize has eluded the Portuguese superstar.
Ronaldo's World Cup Journey
Cristiano Ronaldo has participated in five FIFA World Cup tournaments, a remarkable feat in itself, joining an elite group of players to achieve this milestone. His appearances span from 2006 to 2022.
Portugal's World Cup Performance with Ronaldo
Throughout his World Cup career, Portugal, with Ronaldo as a pivotal player, has reached various stages of the competition but has never managed to lift the trophy. Their best performance during his tenure was reaching the semi-finals in 2006, where they ultimately finished fourth.
Here's a summary of Portugal's performance and Ronaldo's contributions in the World Cups he participated in:
World Cup Year | Portugal's Best Result | Ronaldo's Goals |
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2006 | Semi-finals (4th Place) | 1 |
2010 | Round of 16 | 1 |
2014 | Group Stage | 1 |
2018 | Round of 16 | 4 |
2022 | Quarter-finals | 1 |
In total, Ronaldo has scored 8 goals across his five World Cup appearances. While he holds numerous scoring records and titles in other competitions, the World Cup remains the significant piece missing from his collection of major honors. This fact is often a key point in discussions comparing his career with other football legends who have lifted the global trophy.
For more information on Cristiano Ronaldo's career and achievements, you can refer to his player profiles on official football association websites.