Today, May 19, the Uzbekistan U-17 national team faces a crucial match in the AFC U-17 Asian Cup semi-finals. Our youth team will take the pitch against Japan U-17 for a spot in the final.
The match will take place at the King Abdullah Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 Tashkent time. This game is not just a battle for the final, but a great opportunity for the defending champions to demonstrate their quality once again.
The starting lineups have been announced ahead of the match. The Uzbekistan U-17 coaching staff has decided to field their most reliable players against Japan.
AFC U-17 Asian Cup. Semi-final
Uzbekistan U-17 — Japan U-17
Uzbekistan U-17 starting XI:
Olimjon Shomurodov, Muhammad Hakimov, Muhammad Mamatov, Amirxon Erkinov, Islom Ravshanov, Asilbek Aliyev, Suxrob Sadirjonov, Mirjamol Anvarov, Ahror Ravshanbekov, Adis Abdunabiyev, Abubakir Rahimov.
The Uzbekistan U-17 team has already secured a spot in the World Cup during this tournament. However, the team does not want to stop there. The main goal now is to reach the final and continue the fight for the Asian Cup title.
Japan is known for being a technically strong, disciplined, and fast-paced team. Therefore, every episode, every duel, and every opportunity will be of great importance in today's match.
Naturally, special attention will be on Ahror Ravshanbekov in the Uzbekistan squad. He has performed well throughout the tournament and scored important goals. Our team is also expected to play with confidence and composure in the defensive line.
In short, our youth team takes the field today for a place in the final. The opponent is strong and the pressure is high, but the Uzbekistan U-17 team has both confidence and character. Now everything will be decided on the pitch: a win opens the door to the final.
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