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EURO2016 STATS SPECIAL: Portugal, Real Madrid star Ronaldo sets new Euro record

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at four European Championships when he equalised at 2-2 for Portugal on Wednesday.

The Real Madrid star produced a clever back-heeled flick in the 50th minute of Portugal's eventual 3-3 draw with Hungary in Lyon which enabled him to become the first-ever man to find the back of the net in more than three Euro tournaments.

Regarding the record, Ronaldo welcomed it but ultimately played it down as Portugal failed to win in their final Group F match.

"This is another record but, like I always say, that comes naturally," he said.

“Of course, I cannot say I'm not happy as these are good records. But the priority was to make it through."

Luckily for Portugal, finishing third in their group was enough to progress to the Round of 16 where they will meet Croatia in Lens on Saturday.

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