Uzbekistan Secures Historic First-Ever FIFA World Cup Qualification

Speedy Summary

• Uzbekistan Football team qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in history, making them the 81st different nation to play in the tournament.
• This qualification followed a goalless draw against UAE, securing Uzbekistan a top-two finish in Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers (AFC).
• Key performance by goalkeeper Utkir Yusupov played an instrumental role in their historic achievement.
• under coach Timur Kapadze, Uzbekistan has played nine qualifying matches so far, securing five wins and maintaining second position in Group A with 18 points.
• Their final qualifier is against Qatar on June 10th at 7:15 PM IST.
• Jordan also confirmed their qualification for their first-ever FIFA World Cup following a decisive 3-0 victory over Oman. They are ranked second in Group B with four wins and one defeat.

FIFA World Cup Details:

• the expanded tournament will feature 48 teams and begins June 11, 2026. The Final will be held July 19th at New York-New Jersey Stadium.

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