When the head of FIFA congratulated Mirziyoyev

Infantino congratulated the head of Uzbekistan on the Uzbek national team’s qualification for the final part of the FIFA World Cup. Photo: Press Service of the President of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has received an official letter of congratulations from FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the national football team’s historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In his message, Infantino noted that Uzbekistan was among the first Asian teams to secure a spot in the tournament. He praised the achievement as a result of the collective efforts of players, coaches, the Uzbek Football Association, and the country’s dedicated football fans.

«On behalf of the global football community, please allow me to congratulate you and the people of Uzbekistan on this well-deserved and historic qualification,» Infantino wrote. «I wish your team the best of luck at the World Cup and look forward to meeting you again soon.»

This recognition follows a recent announcement that President Mirziyoyev awarded Uzbekistan’s national football team an honorary title in celebration of their success.