Abduqodir Husanov – Uzbekistan's next star?

Recently, a video from the Setanta Sports Uzbekistan YouTube channel sparked great interest among fans. It discusses young Uzbek footballer Abduqodir Husanov, analyzing his professional growth, strengths as a defender, and future direction.
Abduqodir Husanov – rapid growth
The video material compares Husanov's activities in 2021 and 2022. While he previously played for local clubs, by 2023 he stepped into European football and participated in matches against high-level teams.
Among the strongest defenders
Husanov's performance in defense has been highly rated not only technically but also tactically. His games and statistics while playing for "Manchester City" are as follows:
- Against "Newcastle": 7.4 rating;
- Against "Liverpool": 7.6 rating;
- Against "Tottenham": 7.4 rating;
- Against "Nottingham Forest": 7.1 rating.

These results show that he is quickly adapting to the Premier League and successfully competing against strong opponents.
Who does he resemble?
The video poses an interesting question to fans: Who does Husanov resemble? His style and ability have been compared to Virgil van Dijk, indicating his physical strength in defense and intelligent play. It is worth noting that he also contributed to "Manchester City's" victory in the Champions League.
Abduqodir Husanov is recognized as a reliable and physically strong player in defense. His potential to establish himself in European football and attract the attention of top clubs is a likely reality in the near future. Following and supporting him will surely be enjoyable for every Uzbek football fan!