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Cristiano Ronaldo BREAKS Ali Daei's international scoring record as the legendary Portugal forward nets 110th goal for his country in World Cup qualifier against Republic of Ireland

Cristiano Ronaldo has broken Ali Daei's 15-year international goalscoring record after netting his 110th goal for Portugal.

The 36-year-old equalled Daei's mark at the Euros this summer and bagged the record-breaking strike against The Republic of Ireland in Wednesday night's World Cup qualifier.

Buoyed by his return to Manchester United, the striker had an early chance to break the record from the penalty spot but was made to wait after his effort was saved by Gavin Bazunu.

Cristiano Ronaldo now has a record 110th international goal after his goal on Wednesday

Portugal then fell behind to a John Egan goal and needed their talisman to step up and save them.