The AFC technical team, which operated during the U-17 Asian Cup held in Saudi Arabia this year, published analytical conclusions about the teams that participated in the competition. This was reported by the press service of the Uzbekistan Football Association.
During this analysis, the games of the Uzbekistan U-17 national team, the tactics used by head coach Islombek Ismoilov during the matches, and the overall performance of the team were particularly acknowledged, as well as the team's play in attack and defense, individual and collective approaches, and precise actions in finishing situations were highly rated by technical observers.
“Ismoilov's coaching style has always been based on an attacking game. He directed his team not only to defend during the game but also to always push for attacks, encouraging them to penetrate the opponent's penalty area. The main goal of the head coach was to organize an open game in attack and avoid mistakes in defense. Throughout the tournament, the Uzbekistan U-17 team effectively utilized quick ball passing in wide areas, making good use of straight and diagonal passes. Additionally, the team's actions in set pieces also demonstrated their effectiveness.
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The main achievement of the Uzbekistan team was their determination in defense and effectiveness in attack. The team won all their matches during the tournament, becoming the highest-scoring team of the competition. Furthermore, all individual awards went to Uzbek players. The team's attacking play and each player's ability to fulfill their role on the field played a crucial role in this success.
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The determination of the team that reached the final was especially reflected in the decisive match against Saudi Arabia. During the game, the Uzbekistan U-17 team faced a tough psychological test as two of their players received red cards and left the field. However, head coach Islombek Ismoilov managed to motivate his players and instill confidence in them.
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“Trust me, we can win this game,” his words had an impact on the team, and they ultimately achieved victory. This proved that one should never lose hope and that it is possible to achieve results by fighting until the end,” the AFC technical team's conclusion states.
