Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Editors | Last Updated On: June 05, 2026
Uzbekistan No World Cup appearance. Ever. Until now. Uzbekistan have spent decades watching the world's greatest tournament from the outside, building, dreaming, and believing. This squad didn't just qualify — they made history. And now, standing on football's biggest stage for the very first time, they're not here to be starstruck.
Uzbekistan head into the FIFA World Cup 2026 after making history by qualifying for the tournament for the first time. Explore Uzbekistan's latest squad list, fixtures, records, results and FIFA World Cup statistics.
The White Wolves have emerged as one of Asia's rising football nations and secured their place at football's biggest tournament through an impressive qualifying campaign. The 2026 edition will be Uzbekistan's first appearance at a FIFA World Cup.
Led by captain Eldor Shomurodov and featuring talented players such as Abdukodir Khusanov and Abbosbek Fayzullayev, Uzbekistan will aim to make a strong impression on their World Cup debut. Here is everything you need to know about Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Uzbekistan |
| Football Association | Uzbekistan Football Association (UFA) |
| Confederation | Asian Football Confederation (AFC) |
| Nickname | The White Wolves |
| Manager | Timur Kapadze |
| Captain | Eldor Shomurodov |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2026 |
| World Cup Appearances (Including 2026) | 1 |
| Best FIFA World Cup Result | Qualified (2026) |
| World Cup Titles | 0 |
| AFC Asian Cup Best Finish | Quarter-finals (2004, 2007, 2011, 2015, 2023) |
| Total World Cup Matches Played | 0 |
| Total Wins | 0 |
| Total Draws | 0 |
| Total Losses | 0 |
| Goals Scored | 0 |
| Goals Conceded | 0 |
| Most World Cup Appearances | N/A |
| Top World Cup Goalscorer | N/A |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2026 |
Uzbekistan FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Manager: Fabio Cannavaro
Captain: Eldor Shomurodov
Goalkeepers: Utkir Yusupov (Navbahor), Abduvohid Nematov (Nasaf), Botirali Ergashev (Neftchi).
Defenders: Rustam Ashurmatov (Esteghlal), Farrukh Sayfiev (Neftchi), Khojiakbar Alijonov (Pakhtakor), Sherzod Nasrullaev (Nasaf), Umar Eshmurodov (Nasaf), Abdukodir Khusanov (Manchester City), Abdulla Abdullaev (Dibba), Bekhruz Karimov (Surkhon), Jakhongir Urozov (Dinamo Samarqand), Avazbek Ulmasaliev (AGMK).
Midfielders: Otabek Shukurov (Baniyas), Jaloliddin Masharipov (Esteghlal), Odiljon Hamrobekov (Tractor), Oston Urunov (Persepolis), Jamshid Iskanderov (Neftchi), Dostonbek Khamdamov (Pakhtakor), Abbosbek Fayzullaev (Istanbul Basaksehir), Akmal Mozgovoy (Pakhtakor), Azizjon Ganiev (Al Bataeh), Sherzod Esanov (Bukhara).
Forwards: Eldor Shomurodov (Istanbul Basaksehir/Roma), Igor Sergeev (Persepolis), Azizbek Amonov (Bukhara).
Uzbekistan FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Time (Local) | Match | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Wed, June 17 | 20:00 CST | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City |
| 48 | Tue, June 23 | 12:00 CDT | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | NRG Stadium | Houston |
| 75 | Sat, June 27 | 19:30 EDT | Congo DR vs Uzbekistan | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta |
Uzbekistan FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has not started yet and Uzbekistan's official tournament results will be updated after each match.
| Date | Match | Result | Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 June 2026 | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City | Group Stage |
| 23 June 2026 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | NRG Stadium, Houston | Group Stage |
| 27 June 2026 | Congo DR vs Uzbekistan | Upcoming Fixture | TBD | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | Group Stage |
Uzbekistan FIFA World Cup Best Performances
| Year | Host Country | Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Canada, Mexico, United States | Qualified |
Uzbekistan All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 0 |
| Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| Losses | 0 |
| Goals Scored | 0 |
| Goals Conceded | 0 |
| Clean Sheets | 0 |
| Round of 16 Appearances | 0 |
| Quarter-final Appearances | 0 |
| Semi-final Appearances | 0 |
| Final Appearances | 0 |