Uzbekistan brings AFC flair and intensity to the 2026 World Cup. Watch out for Eldor Shomurodov (FW, AS Roma) β one of the most dangerous players in their group. As one of 48 nations competing on the biggest stage in sports, they're here to prove a point.
β½ Formation: 4-3-3
ATTACKING β²
FW
Shomurod
FW
FW
FW
FW
MF
Masharip
MF
Khamdamo
MF
Kapadze
DF
DF
DF
DF
DF
DF
DF
DF
GK
GK
DEFENDING βΌ
π Key Players
| Player | Pos | β½ | π― | π« |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldor Shomurodov AS Roma | FW | 4 | 2 | 16 |
| Jaloliddin Masharipov Pakhtakor | MF | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Dostonbek Khamdamov Pakhtakor | MF | 2 | 5 | 10 |
| Timur Kapadze Pakhtakor | MF | 2 | 5 | 10 |
π‘ Did You Know?
β‘ Fun Fact
Uzbekistan enters the 2026 FIFA World Cup ranked #62 in the world, placed in Group L alongside three other competitive nations.
β‘ Fun Fact
Uzbekistan is coached by Srecko Katanec, who has shaped the squad's style and selection heading into this tournament.
β‘ Fun Fact
Uzbekistan represents the AFC confederation β one of six regional bodies that govern world soccer under FIFA.
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Uzbekistan πΊπΏ β FIFA World Cup 2026 Squad Guide's Matches