Uzbekistan's 2026 World Cup squad: historic debut under Cannavaro

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Uzbekistan makes World Cup 2026 debut under Italian legend and 2006 world champion Fabio Cannavaro, a historic milestone for the country
Manchester City's 22-year-old Abdukodir Khusanov is the squad's gem and key defensive piece, the only player competing at top European level
Los Lobos Blancos compete in Group K alongside Portugal and Colombia, with captain Eldor Shomurodov as the team's all-time top scorer and leader

Uzbekistan makes history with their World Cup debut (Group K, the one with Portugal and Colombia) and they do it with a massive drawcard: Fabio Cannavaro, Italian legend and 2006 World Cup champion, in the White Wolves' dugout.

🌟 Abdukodir Khusanov (Manchester City), 22, is the jewel: the only one playing at top European level and the key piece in Cannavaro's defence.

⚽ The goals and the captaincy belong to Eldor Shomurodov (Başakşehir), the country's all-time top scorer and beacon for an entire nation.

🎉 Uzbekistan is one of four debutants at the 2026 World Cup. A historic debut managed by none other than a world champion.

🔙 The White Wolves arrive at their first World Cup with sky-high hopes and a legendary manager. The challenge: competing in the group with Portugal and Colombia.

📋 Full squad · Manager: Fabio Cannavaro

🧤 Goalkeepers

Otkir Yusupov (Navbahor), Botirali Ergashev (Neftchi), Abduvohid Nematov (Nasaf)

🛡️ Defenders

Avazbek O'lmasaliyev (OKMK), Jahongir O'rozov (Dinamo), Rustam Ashurmatov (Esteghlal), Umar Eshmurodov (Nasaf), Abdukodir Khusanov (Manchester City), Abdulla Abdullayev (Dibba), Farrukh Sayfiyev (Neftchi), Hojiakbar Alijonov (Pakhtakor), Sherzod Nasrullayev (Pakhtakor), Behruz Karimov (Surkhon)

⚙️ Midfielders

Sherzod Esanov (Bukhara), Odil Hamrobekov (Tractor), Akmal Mozgovoy (Pakhtakor), Otabek Shukurov (Baniyas), Jamshid Iskanderov (Neftchi), Aziz Ganiev (Al Bataeh)

⚽ Forwards

Abbosbek Fayzullayev (Başakşehir), Jaloliddin Masharipov (Esteghlal), Doston Hamdamov (Pakhtakor), Oston Urunov (Persepolis), Aziz Amonov (Dinamo), Igor Sergeyev (Persepolis), Eldor Shomurodov (Başakşehir, captain)

🏆 Group K

⚽ Opponents: Portugal, Colombia and DR Congo

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the coach of Uzbekistan for the 2026 World Cup?

Fabio Cannavaro is the coach of Uzbekistan for the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Uzbekistan in at the 2026 World Cup?

Uzbekistan is in Group K of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Portugal, Colombia and DR Congo.

How many players does Uzbekistan call up for the 2026 World Cup?

Uzbekistan has a squad of 26 players for the 2026 World Cup, according to the FIFA format established for the tournament.

Where does Uzbekistan play its matches at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup is held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Uzbekistan plays in Group K against Portugal, Colombia and DR Congo.

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