In the press conference before the Iran - Uzbekistan match within the framework of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, head coach Timur Kapadze and player Abbos Fayzullayev participated.
"Tomorrow we have an interesting game ahead. We know the strength of Iran, and we also know our own strength. I think we have prepared well. God willing, we are all ready for tomorrow's match," Timur Kapadze began.
"An exciting game awaits us between two strong national teams. We have come here to win. We will give our all," said Abbos Fayzullayev.
- We know that currently three Uzbek players are playing in the Iranian league. How much does this help you gather specific information about the Iranian national team?
- We know the Iranian national team and the Iranian league well. We have faced them several times in recent years. We have also gathered information ourselves and received insights from the players.
- Shomurodov is playing in Italy, Husanov has moved to the Premier League. Is Abbosbek Fayzullayev also planning to play in top European leagues in the future?
Abbos Fayzullayev: - Thank you very much for the question. However, I think it is not the right time to answer this question. Because tomorrow we have a very important game ahead.
- You have played in the Uzbekistan national team for many years. Which generation do you think was stronger? Does the current team have enough potential to qualify for the World Cup?
- I think it is incorrect to compare. That generation was strong at that time, and the strongest generation is currently playing in the national team. If fate allows, we are close to our goal!
- Masharipov will not play due to disqualification. How noticeable will his absence be? Oston O‘runov did not play against Kyrgyzstan, can he take the field against Iran?
- They are important players for our national team. This is football; disqualifications happen. Oston has an injury and is preparing. If he is ready for the game, he will play. The other players are healthy.
