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Uzbekistan at the World Cup 2026: Squad, Manager & Group Guide
Everything you need to know about Uzbekistan ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with William Hill News profiling their chances this summer.
A World Cup-winner as a player, Uzbekistan has hurried in Fabio Cannavaro to manage their inaugural World Cup campaign. In six friendlies against well-matched opponents, they’ve won five. Even so, Uzbekistan are long shots to escape Group K, let alone make it to the Round of 32.
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World Cup 2026 Group & Fixtures
| Schedule | Teams and Fixtures |
|---|---|
| Opponents | Portugal, Colombia and DR Congo |
| Match 1 | Uzbekistan vs Colombia — 18/06/2026 / venue: Estadio Azteca (Mexico City Stadium), Mexico City |
| Match 2 | Uzbekistan vs Portugal — 23/06/2026 / venue: NRG Stadium (Houston Stadium), Houston, Texas |
| Match 3 | Uzbekistan vs DR Congo — 28/06/2026 / venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium), Atlanta, Georgia |
Uzbekistan 2026 World Cup FAQs:
Who is Uzbekistan’s manager at the World Cup 2026?
Fabio Cannavaro is Uzbekistan’s manager at the 2026 World Cup. The Italian World Cup-winner was hired in October 2025.
How did Uzbekistan qualify for the World Cup 2026?
Just two points behind Iran, Uzbekistan finished second in Group A of the AFC Third Round to secure qualification to the 2026 World Cup.
Who are Uzbekistan’s key players?
Manchester City centre back Abdukodir Khusanov is Uzbekistan’s most high-profile player, but captain and striker Eldor Shomurodov will be their most important on and off of the pitch.
What is Uzbekistan’s World Cup history?
The 2026 World Cup will be Uzbekistan’s inaugural World Cup, having only joined FIFA in 1994.
- Uzbekistan odds to win the World Cup: 1500/1 at William Hill.
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*Odds subject to change – prices accurate at the time of writing*
