Manchester City defender Khusanov included in Uzbekistan’s World Cup roster
Manchester City’s rising centre‑back Abdukodir Khusanov has been named in Uzbekistan’s squad for the 2026 World Cup. The national side is being led by former World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro.
Khusanov will bring Premier League experience to a defense that aims to be more compact and resilient. Uzbekistan’s strong showing in the Asian qualifiers has raised expectations for a potential upset on the world stage.
The call‑up underscores the federation’s confidence in its younger talent pool. Details on the pre‑tournament camp and match schedule will be released soon.
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