Uzbekistan national team midfielder Aziz Turg'unboyev gave an interview to the media ahead of the final against Iran and shared his thoughts. According to him, the team is in high spirits, and preparation is proceeding effectively.
"As a team, we are seriously preparing for the final. The mood is very good. We have an important task ahead of us - it's time to defeat Iran and unburden the frustration left over in previous games. We intend to give our fans a worthy victory," Turg'unboyev said.
- You scored in the last match...
- That meeting was very productive for us. During training, we focused on scoring more goals. Our goal was to reach the final, and we achieved this result by the number of goals. I congratulate all our compatriots on the victory.
- You also played as a left-back for Pakhtakor. As for the national team, you're playing on the right wing. Maybe Timur Kapadze will also support you as a striker?
- "The reason I played on the left wing at Pakhtakor was because the key player got injured. Actually, the most convenient position for me is the attacking or midfield line.
- Which tactical structure is preferable to you - three defenders or four?
- This matter is in the hands of the coach. However, it's safe to say that we are performing well in both systems, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that we are seeing results in our game.
- Jaloliddin Masharipov is not in the lineup. Who is raising morale in the team?
- Jaloliddin Masharipov comes to the training sessions personally and supports us. At the same time, there are Shomurodov and Fayzullayev. Now everyone in the team is in excellent spirits, we are fully ready for the final.
- In recent matches, there have been many draws with Iran. If it happens again, is there a plan for a penalty shootout?
- Of course, there is preparation in this regard. But our main goal is to defeat the opponent in the main part of the game and secure victory.
Thus, Aziz Turgunbayev's firm and convincing statements demonstrate the team's high morale. The Uzbekistan national team intends to show a result that will delight the fans ahead of tomorrow's final.
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