Will Cristiano Ronaldo Break this World Record Tonight? Hungary vs Portugal Live Stream Details

Budapest will be alive on Tuesday night. Hungary fans still cling to the dream of reviving their once-mighty footballing heritage, while Portugal arrive armed with their legendary marksman Cristiano Ronaldo — a man who turns every international appearance into a headline. This isn’t just another qualifier; it’s a meeting of two footballing identities: one battling to matter again, the other carrying the weight of expectation and history.

Hungary National Football Team vs Portugal National Football Team News

Hungary’s preparations suffered a blow when Roland Sallai’s red card ruled him out, forcing coach Marco Rossi to shuffle his attack. Expect Dominik Szoboszlai, Hungary’s midfield conductor and Liverpool’s rising star, to shoulder even more responsibility. Barnabás Varga will again lead the line, while Ádám Lang and Willi Orbán try to hold firm at the back.
Portugal, meanwhile, remain spoiled for choice. Rafael Leão’s calf injury hurts, but Martínez can recall Bernardo Silva to slot into a side already boosted by Ronaldo’s double against Armenia. Bruno Fernandes adds vision, João Félix brings flair, and Rúben Dias anchors a defence that has yet to concede in qualifying.

Form Guide

Hungary are winless in their last three and fresh from surrendering a two-goal lead to Ireland. They remain spirited but brittle, their defence leaking at decisive moments. Portugal, by contrast, are flying: four wins in a row, 12 goals scored, none conceded. The Selecão looks ruthless, confident, and built for dominance.

Players to Watch

Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal) – 140 international goals and counting. At 40, he’s rewriting definitions of longevity.
Dominik Szoboszlai (Hungary) – Hungary’s heartbeat. If they’re to shock Portugal, it’ll be through his creativity and set-pieces.
João Félix (Portugal) – Freed from club frustrations, he’s smiling again for his country and looks electric.

The Record in Focus

Ronaldo already holds the world record for most international goals, with 140 goals for Portugal. Now, he’s tantalizingly close to becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup qualifiers. With 38 goals, he trails only Carlos Ruiz (39). Could this evening be the moment he finally breaks that record?

Match Preview

Hungary will lean on history and the ferocity of the Puskás Aréna crowd. They’ve twice been World Cup runners-up, but glory has long since faded — and qualifying campaigns often unravel just when hope begins to bloom. Szoboszlai’s vision and Varga’s energy give them bite, yet the loss of Sallai weakens their cutting edge.
Portugal are a team in rhythm. Ronaldo’s hunger remains undimmed, Félix has rediscovered his confidence, and Bruno Fernandes looks the perfect metronome. Martínez’s side, once criticised for being flat, now looks layered and dangerous from every angle. This isn’t just about winning a qualifier; for Portugal, it’s about stamping authority early on the road to 2026. Hungary will fight; they may even scare Portugal early, but class usually tells.

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Hungary vs Portugal Predicted Lineups

Here are Sportsdunia's Hungary vs Portugal predicted Lineups:

Hungary Predicted Lineup

Dibusz; Nego, Orbán, Szalai, Kerkez; Styles; Bolla, A Toth, Szoboszlai, B Toth; Varga.

Portugal Predicted Lineup

Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Inácio, Mendes; Neves, Vitinha, Fernandes; B Silva, Félix, Ronaldo.

Hungary vs Portugal Kick-Off Time

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