Cristiano Ronaldo makes World Cup history as Portugal hold off Ghana in opener

The 37-year-old forward became the first player to score in five World Cup final tournaments.

TRIBUTE: Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot. Picture: AP Photo/Manu Fernandez

Cristiano Ronaldo made World Cup history two days after severing ties with Manchester United as Portugal opened their campaign in Qatar with a 3-2 win over Ghana.

Ronaldo, who is a free agent after his acrimonious Old Trafford break-up, became the first player to score in five World Cup final tournaments when he tucked away Portugal’s first from the penalty spot.