Today marks a historic day for Uzbekistan, one that the people of Uzbekistan have waited for nearly 30 years, as a new page is written in the country’s football history. In the 9th round of the third qualifying stage of the FIFA World Cup in Asia, the Uzbekistan national team faced the UAE in an away match. Following a 0:0 draw, the Uzbekistan national team has qualified for the World Cup for the first time in history.

A completely new chapter has opened in the history of Uzbekistan football. This triumphant achievement is the logical outcome of the wide-ranging reforms in the country’s sports sector, especially in football. It has turned what once seemed like an unattainable dream into reality for our players and the entire nation.

This result affirms the full establishment of a national football model. Thus, for the first time, Uzbekistan will be represented at the FIFA World Cup, which will be held in 2026 in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It is a source of pride for Uzbekistan people, a testament to the success of the state’s sports policy, and a concrete expression of the high trust placed in youth.

The national team will play its final Group A match against Qatar on June 10 in Tashkent.

Javokhir Tashkhojayev, UzA

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Uzbekistan at the World Cup: A new chapter written by Uzbek heroes

Today marks a historic day for Uzbekistan, one that the people of Uzbekistan have waited for nearly 30 years, as a new page is written in the country’s football history. In the 9th round of the third qualifying stage of the FIFA World Cup in Asia, the Uzbekistan national team faced the UAE in an away match. Following a 0:0 draw, the Uzbekistan national team has qualified for the World Cup for the first time in history.

A completely new chapter has opened in the history of Uzbekistan football. This triumphant achievement is the logical outcome of the wide-ranging reforms in the country’s sports sector, especially in football. It has turned what once seemed like an unattainable dream into reality for our players and the entire nation.

This result affirms the full establishment of a national football model. Thus, for the first time, Uzbekistan will be represented at the FIFA World Cup, which will be held in 2026 in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It is a source of pride for Uzbekistan people, a testament to the success of the state’s sports policy, and a concrete expression of the high trust placed in youth.

The national team will play its final Group A match against Qatar on June 10 in Tashkent.

Javokhir Tashkhojayev, UzA