The FIFA U-17 World Cup, taking place in Qatar, has entered a turning point. 32 national teams, who bravely passed the group stage, reached the playoff finish line, and the first matches of the 1/16 finals were held. Among them is the reigning champion of Asia - the Uzbekistan U-17 national team, which is undoubtedly a source of pride for our football.
The youth team, led by Islam Ismailov, played a very complex, highly emotional game against Croatia, one of the strongest and physically strongest teams in Europe. The main time of the match ended with a score of 1:1, but in the penalty shootout, the Uzbek youth showed behavior, skill, and a strong spirit, leaving their opponents behind with a score of 4:3.
This result once again proved that they can be tested even at the most difficult stages and make rational decisions even under high pressure.
FIFA announces quarter-final doubles
FIFA, the organizer of the World Cup, has published a list of the participants of the quarter-finals and all the doubles on its official website. The most important aspect is that the 16 selected national teams will now continue the fight for the main prize in an even more intense stage.
The first part of the playoffs was filled with a series of exciting, dramatic, and intriguing games. And in the future, not only fans, but also the coaching staff will face even more intense matches, which will bring serious joy and anxiety.
European and Asian champions will open the quarter-finals
According to FIFA, the round of 16 matches will be opened by two champions - Italy (winner of the European Championship) and Uzbekistan (winner of the Asian Championship). The match kicks off on November 18th at 5:30 PM Tashkent time at the 8th Estate of the Espiral academy.
This clash is assessed not only as one of the most important matches of the round, but also as a decisive match that could change the landscape of the tournament.
All doubles of the Round of 16
The full list provided by FIFA's press service is as follows:
- Italy - Uzbekistan, 17:30, Field 8
- Uganda - Burkina Faso, 5:30 PM, Field 5
- Mexico - Portugal, 18:00, Field 3
- Brazil vs. France, 6:30 PM, Field 2
- Switzerland - Ireland, 19:45, Field 6
- DPRK - Japan, 20:15, Field 4
- Austria - England, 20:45, Field 9
- Morocco - Mali, 20:45, Field 7
As can be seen from these pairs, reaching the quarter-finals requires full effort and maximum attention in each match.
Our guys have a great opportunity ahead
Today's performance, psychological preparedness, and teamwork of the Uzbekistan U-17 team place them among the contenders for the main prize. It is clear that our guys went to Qatar not just to participate, but with high goals.
And the fans live with one dream - let this trip of the youth of Uzbekistan to Qatar continue with another historic victory.
We wish our national team good luck and success in the important match against Italy on November 18th!
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