Gonçalo Ramos Scores or Assists Every 37 Minutes for Portugal in World Cups

Gonçalo Ramos continues to etch his name into the history books of the National Team at the World Cup. According to Opta statistics, the Portuguese forward, who scored the 2-1 against Croatia this morning in Toronto, boasts an incredible average of a goal or an assist every 37 minutes played in the prestigious tournament. This marks the best-ever record among all Portuguese internationals with a minimum of five direct goal involvements in the competition.

The forward's efficiency significantly surpasses the numbers of several national football legends. Eusébio required 54 minutes for a goal or an assist, while José Torres averaged 90 minutes, and José Augusto set his record at 108 minutes of play.

Gonçalo Ramos's benchmark gains even greater significance when compared to more contemporary figures in the national squad. Bruno Fernandes averages 130 minutes per direct involvement, closely followed by Pauleta with 136 minutes. Cristiano Ronaldo rounds out this elite list with an involvement every 163 minutes.