Cristiano Ronaldo says he is 'destined for Hollywood' after Portugal goal celebration

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated Portugal's opening goal but it was later awarded to Bruno Fernandes

Former Liverpool players Graeme Souness and Joe Cole both praised Cristiano Ronaldo for his attempt to claim Portugal's opening goal in their victory over Uruguay on Monday night.

Portugal secured a 2-0 win over the South American outfit in their Group H clash, with Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes being credited with a brace.

While his second strike was undeniably his goal - given that he scored from the penalty spot - his opener initially appeared to have been headed home by Ronaldo.

The goal, however, was eventually awarded to current United man Fernandes by FIFA - rather than his old club teammate.

Fernandes' cross was inviting for the 37-year-old and ultimately alluded Sergio Rochet in the Uruguay goal, with Ronaldo wheeling away with his hand in the air claiming the goal.

Had the goal been awarded to Ronaldo, he would have moved level with the legendary Eusebio on nine World Cup goals for Portugal.

The former Real Madrid man had converted from the spot in his country's 3-2 victory over Ghana last week to move one behind the ex-Benfica star.