Uzbekistan U23 opens Asian Cup campaign against Lebanon today
Uzbekistan’s under-23 national team will play its opening match of the Asian Cup against Lebanon. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. Tashkent time on January 7.
Photo: UFA
Coached by Ravshan Khaydarov, the Uzbek side competes in Group C, where it will also face South Korea and Iran.
The tournament is taking place from January 6 to 24 in Saudi Arabia. 16 teams are competing in the games. Qualification took place in September 2025.
It should be noted that the 2026 AFC U-23 Asian Cup is not designated as a qualifying tournament for the Olympic Games.
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