Cristiano Ronaldo became the player with most goals in World Cup qualifiers but Portugal must now wait until November to book a spot.

Ronaldo and company can seal their place at next summer's tournament with a win today at home against the Mighty Magyars.

Portugal currently lead Group F in the European World Cup qualifiers. They have a perfect record, having won all three of their matches. With 9 points, Roberto Martinez ’s squad holds a five-point advantage over their closest challenger, Hungary, and sits six points ahead of Armenia.

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England has become the first country from Europe to qualify for the 2026 World Cup but Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will have to wait after conceding a stoppage-time equalizer against Hungary.

Cristiano Ronaldo has games ahead in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, but before those matches, the legend received a “special recognition” from Portugal.

They face a Portugal team that’s ranked 23rd in the world and presents an intriguing matchup. It’s the first of two friendlies against Portugal in this window as players hope to establish themselves in the main rotation in time for World Cup qualifying next year.

Another goal, another record for Cristiano Ronaldo.The 40-year-old Ronaldo became the player with most goals in World Cup qualifiers after scoring twice for Portugal in its 2-2 draw with Hungary on Tuesday.

Ronaldo and company look to move a step closer to reaching next summer's tournament as they host the struggling Irish.