Khusanov features for Uzbekistan | OneFootball

Abdukodir Khusanov played the whole game as his side fell to a 2-0 friendly defeat against Canada.

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After a promising opening 45 minutes for the 22-year-old’s side, Uzbekistan had the most clear cut chances in front of goal, but were unable to carve out any scoring opportunities.

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It took just 13 minutes into the second half until the deadlock was broken as Jonathan Osorio opened the scoring for Canada at the 58-minute mark.

Jayden Nelson later added an insurance goal one minute into stoppage time as Jesse Marsch’s side claimed a 2-0 win at the Commonwealth Stadium.

Uzbekistan’s focus now moves to New York to play their final pre-tournament game, against the Netherlands on Monday 8 June.

For the World Cup beginning on 12 June, Uzbekistan are slotted into Group K alongside Portugal, DR Congo and Colombia.