Roberto Martinez Praises Uzbekistan National Team

The head coach of the Portugal national team, Roberto Martinez, shared his thoughts regarding their opponents in the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Following the draw held on Friday, Portugal has been placed in the same group as Colombia and Uzbekistan.

The fourth participant of the group will be determined through the playoff matches. This team could be New Caledonia, Congo, or Jamaica.

"The match between Portugal and Colombia is particularly notable. I am looking forward to this game with great pride and excitement.

The Uzbekistan national team, led by Fabio Cannavaro, also deserves deep respect. Teams that qualify for the tournament through playoffs always play with a unique spirit," Martinez stated in an interview with journalists.

As a reminder, the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches will take place from June 11 to July 19 in stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Read “Zamin” on Telegram!