Azizbek Abdumuminov’s Brace Secures Victory for Uzbekistan Over Paraguay

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Uzbekistan’s youth national team began their campaign at the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar with a victory.

In the 25th minute, Uzbek players intercepted the ball in the opponent’s half and launched a swift counterattack, with Azizbek Abdumuminov opening the scoring with a powerful strike from 20 meters.

In the 45+2nd minute, Abdumuminov completed his brace: receiving a pass from the right flank, he delivered a precise shot on goal, extending Uzbekistan’s lead to two.

In the second half, Paraguay increased their attacking pressure, while the Uzbek team focused on counterattacks. The team created several dangerous opportunities but was unable to convert them into goals.

In the 89th minute, Paraguay earned a penalty, which Ledesma successfully converted, reducing the deficit.

During added time, the opponents had two clear chances to equalize, but luck favored Uzbekistan, and the match ended 2-1 in favor of the Uzbek team.