Uzbekistan includes Khusanov in World Cup squad for debut

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Uzbekistan includes Khusanov in World Cup squad for debut
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Uzbekistan has named Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov in its 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup. This marks Uzbekistan's first appearance in the tournament, with the team managed by Fabio Cannavaro, a 2006 World Cup winner. Khusanov, who made his Premier League debut in January 2025, has played 25 matches for the national team. Uzbekistan's first match will be against Colombia on June 18, followed by games with Portugal and DR Congo.

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  • Abdukodir Khusanov is included in Uzbekistan's World Cup squad.
  • Uzbekistan is making its World Cup debut this year.
  • The team will face Colombia on June 18.
  • Fabio Cannavaro is the head coach of Uzbekistan.
  • Khusanov has 25 caps for the Uzbekistan national team.
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  • 12:47 PMYahoo SportsKhusanov named in Uzbekistan's World Cup squad
  • 12:47 PMBBC FootballKhusanov named in Uzbekistan's World Cup squad
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Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov makes Uzbekistan's squad for the World Cup, led by former World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro.

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Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov makes Uzbekistan's squad for the World Cup, led by former World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro.

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