Assessment of Khusanov’s Performance in the FIFA World Cup 2026

In the recent World Cup qualifying match against Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan defender Abdukodir Khusanov delivered a solid performance, earning a rating of 7.5 points from the Sofascore portal, making him the sixth highest-rated player on the team.

Khusanov played the entire match, demonstrating his reliability with 58 passes, 50 of which were accurate, along with two successful goal-kicks. His contributions on the field helped stabilize the team’s defense.

Meanwhile, Roma striker Eldor Shomurodov had a mixed game; he missed a penalty but found the net once, though that goal was disallowed for offside, resulting in a rating of 7.6 points—just 0.1 points above Khusanov.

On a positive note, Uzbekistan midfielder Khodjiakbar Alijanov excelled by scoring the only goal of the match, earning him the highest rating of 8.8 points. Abbosbek Faizullayev, credited with the goal, followed closely with a commendable 8.1 points.

Looking ahead, Uzbekistan’s national team will face a significant challenge on March 25 when they meet the top-ranked Iranian national team in their next qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup. This will be an important opportunity for the team to build on their performance and secure vital points in the tournament.