After the 3rd round of matches at the U-17 World Championship, the Uzbekistan youth national team advanced to the playoff stage. Following a resounding 6-1 victory against Panama, the team filled the hearts of the fans with joy. Abubakr Shukurullayev, who scored the first goal of the match, shared his thoughts with the UFA press service after the match.
During the conversation, the young striker spoke about the team's difficulties in the first minutes and the turning point at halftime:
"The game against Panama wasn't easy for us. In the first half, the opponent's defense was tough, and we couldn't find our game. But during the break, Islombek Ismailov had a very strong conversation with us, gave us confidence and motivation. After these words, we entered the square in a different mood. In the second half, we pulled ourselves together and scored six goals against the opponent," Shukurullayev said.
According to the footballer, this victory was a significant result not only for the team, but also for the whole country:
"In every competition, we play for the Motherland, our parents, and our coaches. They believed in us, and we tried to justify their trust. This is also the case at the World Cup. Only this time we've added one more thing - I'll tell you when we become champions," the young footballer added mysteriously.
Abubakr Shukurullayev stands out in this competition not only for his goals, but also for his mobility, dedication, and attitude towards the team. His goal against Panama inspired the team, triggering a second-half goal shower.
The coaches also spoke warmly about Shukurullayev: "He works on himself in every training session, setting an example for others with his enthusiasm and discipline. His contribution to today's victory is significant," said the team coach.
After defeating Panama by a large margin, the Uzbekistan national team secured a spot in the playoffs of Group J with 6 points. Now the team will play against stronger opponents in the next stage.
Final position in Group J:
Fans are expecting new victories from Shukurullayev and his teammates. Because this team has once again proven that it is not only a young generation, but also a strongly formed generation.
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