Cristiano Ronaldo responds to questions regarding Lionel Messi after Portugal match

Following Portugal's match against Uzbekistan, Cristiano Ronaldo declined to answer a reporter's question regarding Lionel Messi, simply stating "next question" and expressing that he is unconcerned with other players. During the interaction, Ronaldo, now 41, noted his commitment to his career despite suggestions that he had retired. He also remarked on the performance of Kylian Mbappe. Reports indicate conflicting details about the context, with some sources claiming the interaction occurred at the 2026 World Cup where Ronaldo became the first player to score in six separate editions of the tournament. The same sources report that Lionel Messi has scored five goals in the 2026 World Cup, becoming the all-time leading scorer. While one account describes Ronaldo as calm before the interruption, another emphasizes his visible frustration.