Infantino congratulates Cannavaro: A new chapter has begun in Uzbek football

FIFA President Gianni Infantino warmly congratulated Fabio Cannavaro on his appointment as head coach of the Uzbekistan national team. He posted a special congratulatory message on his Instagram page, congratulating the famous specialist on his return to the stage of the 2026 World Cup.

In his address, Infantino wrote: "Dear Fabio Cannavaro, welcome to the 2026 FIFA World Cup! After lifting the trophy with Italy as captain in 2006, twenty years later, this time you will participate in the World Cup in a new status - as the head coach of the Uzbekistan national team."

As a player, Cannavaro won the World Cup in 2006 and the Ballon d'Or. Now he has taken on the mission of preparing our team for the historic debut - the 2026 World Cup.

The Uzbekistan national team qualified for the World Cup for the first time this year. Infantino's congratulations once again demonstrated the significance of this victory - our country's name is being heard even more firmly on the global football scene.

A new stage has begun for Cannavaro, and an era of great hopes for us. Fans are eagerly awaiting the coach's ideas for upcoming friendly matches and preparations. Good luck to our national team!