Ali Khasif: “We want to give the fans a victory in the match against Uzbekistan”

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup 3rd qualifying round, the experienced goalkeeper of the United Arab Emirates national team, Ali Hasif, made an important statement. Sharing his thoughts ahead of the match against Uzbekistan on June 5, the 37-year-old goalkeeper emphasized the importance of this match.

"This match is very important for us. Each of our players is fully prepared both physically and mentally. In this match, we will fight not only for points, but also for our fans. We really want to give them a victory on the eve of the Eid holiday," said Ali Hasif.

According to the famous goalkeeper, the presence of the team's coach, Cosmin Olariu, gives the players additional confidence:
"We understand that there are no easy obstacles ahead of us. However, despite this, any test can be overcome. Especially if the team is trained under the guidance of an experienced coach who knows the team well and inspires confidence, you can achieve results. Cosmin Olariu's approach to the players is very inspiring and effective."

Hasif emphasized that the team is capable of achieving good results when there is mutual understanding and high morale in the team.

"We understand each other well in the team, every move on the field is well-coordinated. We hope to achieve a result that will make our fans smile. In this match, not only our sportsmanship will be tested, but also our team unity and will," he added.

It is worth noting that the match between the UAE and Uzbekistan national teams will start on June 5 at 21:00 Tashkent time. This match is crucial for both teams, as this result could decide the question of their qualification for the World Cup.