Uzbekistan's final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup announced
The final squad for the Uzbekistan national team participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been announced. Ahead of this historic tournament, the coaching staff has selected players across all positions to represent our country on the pitches of the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
This roster holds immense significance for Uzbek football, as it marks our national team's first-ever appearance in the FIFA World Cup final stage. Consequently, each player carries a heavy responsibility; they are playing not just for their clubs or personal careers, but for the dreams of an entire nation.
The goalkeeping department features O‘tkir Yusupov, Botirali Ergashev, Abduvohid Ne’matov, and Vladimir Nazarov. This position boasts both experience and healthy competition. In a tournament like the World Cup, a goalkeeper's composure, reflexes, and communication with the defense are vital.
The defensive line includes Avazbek O‘lmasaliyev, Jahongir O‘rozov, Rustam Ashurmatov, Umar Eshmurodov, Abduqodir Husanov, Abdulla Abdullayev, Farruh Sayfiyev, Hojiakbar Alijonov, Sherzod Nasrullayev, and Behruz Karimov. The inclusion of Abduqodir Husanov, currently playing for Manchester City, provides extra confidence to the defense, as his experience in European football will be a major asset.
In midfield, players such as Sherzod Esanov, Odil Hamrobekov, Akmal Mozgovoy, Otabek Shukurov, Jamshid Iskanderov, Jasur Jaloliddinov, Aziz G‘aniyev, and Umarali Rahmonaliyev have been selected. Controlling the ball, setting the tempo, and initiating attacks will be crucial in this zone. Every decision in the center of the pitch against tough World Cup opponents will be decisive.
The attacking line features Abbos Fayzullayev, Jaloliddin Masharipov, Doston Hamdamov, Oston O‘runov, Ruslan Jiyanov, Aziz Amonov, Sherzod Temirov, Igor Sergeyev, and Eldor Shomurodov. This list combines experience, speed, and individual skill. The international experience of Eldor Shomurodov and Abbos Fayzullayev, in particular, could prove to be a key weapon.
Meanwhile, some players who participated in the training camp did not make the final cut and will not travel to the USA. These include Muhammadrasul Abdumajidov, Diyor Ortiqboyev, Quvondiq Ro‘ziyev, Nodir Abdurazzoqov, Alisher Odilov, Sardor Bahromov, Husayn Norchayev, and Muhammadqodir Hamraliyev. While this is a difficult decision for these players, competition in the national team is fierce, and the final selection always depends on the coaching staff's tactical plans.
Looking at the final squad, there is a clear balance between players from the domestic league and those playing abroad. The presence of players from the leagues in England, Turkey, Iran, UAE, Azerbaijan, and Iraq adds valuable international experience to the team.
Most importantly, this squad now faces a historic mission. There are no easy opponents at the World Cup. Discipline, courage, teamwork, and fighting until the final whistle are required in every match. By reaching this stage, the Uzbek players have already achieved something great; now it is time to make their mark on the world stage.
In short, the final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been announced. Fans now share one dream: that our players represent the country with honor. This squad is more than just a list; it is a 34-year dream, the trust of millions, and one of the most important chapters in the history of Uzbek football.
