Odil Hamrobekov: World Championship will be a great experience for us
Odil Hamrobekov, a midfielder for the Uzbekistan national team, shared his thoughts ahead of the important match against the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the 3rd round of the 2026 World Cup. Zamin.uz reported on this.
In an interview with the UFA press service, the 30-year-old footballer emphasized that facing the world's strongest players at the World Cup is providing great experience for the team. "We had the opportunity to play against the best footballers in the world.
I believe we have gained a lot of experience. We are feeling the level of the World Cup for the first time, and it is leaving a very warm impression," said Hamrobekov.
At the same time, the midfielder admitted that the results of the initial matches did not satisfy the players or the fans. In his opinion, this World Cup will serve as a great school for the team's future participation in international competitions.
"Only the results are not satisfying us or the fans. But this World Cup is becoming a great school for our future participation in the Asian Cup and other international tournaments.
It is especially beneficial for the young players who came with us," he added. Hamrobekov stated that although Uzbekistan's chances of reaching the play-off stage are very slim, the team will try to make the most of it until the end.
"Many things will become clear before our game. Together with the team, we will try to make maximum use of even the smallest opportunity.
If we can advance to the next stage, it will be a great joy for our people. We want to get out of the group and leave good memories," the footballer said.
The national team midfielder noted that in the match against DR Congo, both sides will take the field only for a victory. "I believe the team that is better prepared mentally and physically will achieve its goal.
We will give our all. We must approach this match as if it were the last game of our careers.
I hope the result will be as we wish," Hamrobekov emphasized. He also said he is proud that the world is getting to know Uzbekistan better through the World Cup.
As a reminder, the match between Uzbekistan and DR Congo will start on June 28 at 04:30 Tashkent time. Currently, the African representative has 1 point, while the Uzbekistan national team, led by Fabio Cannavaro, has not yet scored any points.
(Source: UFA press service)
