Uzbekistan U-17 Defeats Chile in Friendly Match

Uzbekistan’s U-17 national football team played a friendly match against their peers from Chile, securing a 1–0 victory. The only goal of the game came in the 35th minute, scored by forward Azizbek Yerimbetov.

Strong Start and Solid Defensive Play

From the opening minutes, Uzbekistan’s young squad showed composure and discipline on the field. The team effectively controlled the midfield and denied the Chileans any real chances near goal. Following a sharp run down the wing, Yerimbetov scored with a precise finish to put Uzbekistan ahead.

Uzbekistan Starting Lineup

The starting eleven included: Shokirov, Hakimov, Bakhodirkhonov (captain), Khusanov, Khabibullaev, Sodykov, Shomurodov, Musakhanov, Shukurillaev, Yerimbetov and Aliyev.

Substitutes: Rustamjonov, Muradov, Saidov, Rustamov, Abdukarimov, Fazliddinov, Botiraliyev, Shukhratov, Fayzullaev, Abdumuminov.

Confident Performance Ahead of Future Matches

After scoring, the team maintained control of the game, demonstrating maturity in its defence. Chile’s attempts to equalize were repeatedly shut down by Uzbekistan’s backline and goalkeeper Shokirov, who delivered a solid performance.

Kursiv Uzbekistan also reports that Uzbekistan’s U-17 team lost to Tajikistan in a penalty shootout in the final of the CAFA U-17 Championship 2025.