One point makes history: a great opportunity for our national team

On June 5, an important match will be held in Abu Dhabi, which will leave an indelible mark on the history of world football for Uzbekistan. The UAE-Uzbekistan clash at the Al-Nahayan Stadium is of historical significance for the “white wolves” led by Timur Kapadze. Any positive result in this match could provide our national team with a ticket to the 2026 World Cup.

Qualification process and situation in the group

The Asian qualifying stage of the 2026 World Cup is nearing its end. Two teams from three groups will directly advance to the final stage. In Group “A”, the Iranian national team clarified the issue in the previous round, while the main contenders for the second ticket - the national teams of Uzbekistan and the UAE - will decide the issue among themselves on June 5.

So far, our compatriots are 4 points ahead of their opponents. Therefore, a draw in Abu Dhabi will also take Kapadze’s team to the World Cup.

Uzbekistan's results and team form

In the third round of qualifying, the "white wolves" recorded 5 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in 8 matches. This defeat came in the away match against Qatar due to a last-minute goal. At the same time, our team has lost only once in the last 25 official matches.

Uzbekistan's performance in this round was recognized by many experts not only for its efficiency, but also for its tactical stability.

UAE will only play when it needs to win

The UAE team is entering the 9th round with 4 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses in the current round. They have only one chance left for a second place - to defeat the "white wolves" at home. Therefore, they will have to use aggressive and dangerous tactics.

Effectiveness of Eldor, Fayzullaev and others

On the way to the World Cup, players such as Eldor Shomurodov (4 goals + 4 assists), Abbasbek Fayzullaev (4+2), Oston Urunov (4+1), Otabek Shukurov (3+2) and Jaloliddin Masharipov (1+4) made a significant contribution. This five became the mainstay of the national team with a total of 35 goals + assists.

Also, we should not forget the modest corner of Otabek Shukurov, who scored a penalty goal against the UAE in the match in Tashkent last year - it was that goal that ensured our victory.

Statistics of mutual meetings

According to wildstat.ru, the two national teams have met 16 times. Of these, the UAE won 7 matches, and Uzbekistan won 5. Another 4 matches ended in a draw. 5 of them were in the World Cup qualifying round, and the UAE won 3 of these matches.

In the last match, which took place in Tashkent in October 2024, the “white wolves” achieved superiority and with this victory had a significant impact on the situation in the group.

Conclusion: one point is the dream of a nation

Ahead of the historic match, all our compatriots and football fans are looking at our national team with confidence and hope. For every player, coaching staff and fans of the country, this match is not just another match - it is an event that will lead to the beginning of a new page in Uzbek football.

On June 5, the “white wolves” can make history. And now only one point is enough for this history.