Goal #16

Portugal vs Russia (2004)

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 16th goal of his career on October 13, 2004, playing for Portugal against Russia in Lisbon, in the 2006 World Cup qualifying. The goal put Portugal 2–0 up; the match finished 7–1.

It was his 5th goal for Portugal and his 1st against Russia. He scored 2 that day and this was the 1st.

It was his 10th goal of 2004. From here he needed 984 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

October 13, 2004

Team

Portugal

Opponent

Russia

Competition

2006 World Cup qualifying

City

Lisbon

Score after the goal

2–0

Final score

7–1

Goal in the match

1 / 2