The internationally renowned statistical platform popular among football fans — Flashscore has published an analytical article about the most important matches and the chances of teams in each continent ahead of the World Cup 2026 qualifying stage. It particularly focuses on the processes in the Asian region, especially Group A.
According to the publication, while the Iranian national team has already secured a spot in the final stage from this group, Uzbekistan is very close to participating in the World Cup for the first time in its history.
“Not losing in the away match against the United Arab Emirates, who are currently in third place in Abu Dhabi, could open the door to historic success for the Uzbeks. If Timur Kapadze's team at least draws, the Central Asian country will qualify for the World Cup final,” emphasize Flashscore analysts.
Qatar's chances are limited
The article also comments on the current Asian champion — the Qatar national team. It is stated that the maximum result the team can achieve is a third or fourth place. This could only lead them to the next qualifying stage.
Qatar will first host Iran in the last two rounds and then travel to Uzbekistan. Flashscore highlights that a highly experienced specialist — former coach of "West Ham", "Real Madrid", and the Spain national team, Julen Lopetegui, has now started working as the head coach of the Qatar national team.
Conclusion:
The qualifying processes in the Asian continent are entering an increasingly intense phase. According to Flashscore's analysis, the Uzbekistan national team is on the brink of the biggest stage in its history. Now everything depends on the decisive match taking place in Abu Dhabi. We wish our national team good luck in qualifying for the World Cup!
