Uzbekistan predicted lineup and team news vs Portugal

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·23 Juni 2026

Uzbekistan predicted lineup and team news vs Portugal

Uzbekistan continue their World Cup campaign on Tuesday as they face Portugal at Houston Stadium in a Group K Round 2 clash.

Uzbekistan are looking to recover after a difficult start to their World Cup journey. They suffered a 3-1 defeat against Colombia in what was their first-ever match at the tournament. Their recent form has also been inconsistent, with just one win in their last five matches.

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In the lead-up to the World Cup, they lost 2-0 to Canada and were beaten 2-1 by the Netherlands. Despite the results, Abbosbek Fayzullaev’s goal against Colombia was a positive moment and gave the team some encouragement.

Uzbekistan team news

Head coach Fabio Cannavaro has called on his players to show bravery and confidence following the opening defeat.

Uzbekistan have no suspension concerns going into this match, but there is a slight injury issue.

Defender Rustamjon Ashurmatov is carrying a knock and will be assessed before kickoff, although he is still expected to be included in the starting lineup.

Cannavaro will once again depend on his key players to deliver in this important match. Eldor Shomurodov is set to lead the attack and remains their main goal-scoring threat.

Supporting him in midfield will be Abbosbek Fayzullaev, who will play a central role in creating chances. He scored their only goal in the previous match and continues to be a key creative figure for the team.

Alongside Fayzullaev, Oston Urunov will look to exploit any gaps in Portugal’s defense and contribute to the attacking play from midfield.

Uzbekistan predicted lineup

Possible Uzbekistan starting XI: Yusupov; Khusanov, Abdullaev, Ashurmatov; Karimov, Mozgovoy, Shukurov, Nasrullaev; Fayzullayev, Urunov, Shomurodov