The Uzbekistan national football team has achieved the greatest result in its history, filling our entire nation with joy. In the decisive match held in Abu Dhabi against the UAE team, a draw was recorded, allowing the Uzbekistan team to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup to be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
On the occasion of this historic result, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev communicated with the head coach of the national team, Timur Kapadze, via phone, sincerely congratulating all the players and coaches and valuing their victory as a wonderful gift for our people on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.
At the same time, FIFA President Gianni Infantino also sent a special congratulatory message regarding the historic success of Uzbekistan football.
"Since joining the FIFA family in 1994, the Uzbekistan team has been demonstrating worthy performances in the Olympic Games and several prestigious international competitions among youth, achieving high results. This time, you have also passed the qualifying stage excellently and earned the right to participate in the World Cup next summer. Millions of fans around the world are now eagerly awaiting the 'White Wolves' first participation in the World Cup," said the FIFA leader in his message.
It should be noted that the Uzbekistan national team has participated in the World Cup qualifiers for the eighth time in its 30-year history, achieving this great goal for the first time. The team, led by Timur Kapadze, accumulated 18 points in Group A, achieving a historic result.
Let us remind you that our team recorded a 0:0 draw against the UAE in the decisive away match, achieving its goal. This historic result is being celebrated with high spirits throughout the country.
Now, Uzbekistan football fans will closely follow their national team in the World Cup to be held in 2026 in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, being by their side in every game. This marks the beginning of a new chapter not only in our football but also in the history of sports in Uzbekistan.
