Uzbekistan national team drew with China: 2:2

The Uzbekistan national team played a friendly match behind closed doors against the China national team in Dubai. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

This match was organized without legionnaires and served as a real test field for the players. Our national team showed character, came out of a difficult situation, and secured a draw.

Most notably, the debutant players managed to prove themselves. The China national team opened the scoring first.

They took the lead by scoring a penalty in the 12th minute and another goal from open play in the 20th minute. Although this situation was a tough test for the Uzbekistan team, the team returned to the game with determination.

A turning point occurred in the final minutes of the match. In the 90+1 minute, Javohir Husanov reduced the deficit, and in the 105th minute, 18-year-old Behruz Karimov equalized the score.

The goals scored by the young players were not only statistical data but also a symbol of hope for the future. This match consisted of three 35-minute periods, and coach Fabio Cannavaro tested a total of 29 players.

This process allowed the coach to assess the players' readiness, mental state, and adaptation to the game rhythm. The next match will take place on January 30 against an Armenian club.

This match will also be important for the coach in forming the team lineup. The Uzbekistan national team will continue to fight to show its true capabilities.

Match result: Uzbekistan — China 2:2. Goals: Javohir Husanov (90+1), Behruz Karimov (105) — Chinese players (12th minute penalty, 20th minute from open play).