Cristiano Ronaldo speaks out on World Cup struggles after Portugal win: ‘It’s been dark’

Ronaldo ended his goal drought against Uzbekistan (Picture: Getty)

Cristiano Ronaldo hopes his two-goal haul against Uzbekistan will silence his critics after finally getting off the mark in the World Cup.  

The Portugal legend had not scored a goal from open play in his last 12 World Cup and European Championship matches leading into Tuesday’s match having drawn a blank against DR Congo last week.

The 41-year-old’s performance in that opening game was widely criticised with many questioning whether the veteran should still be starting for a side hoping to challenge for t...