President Mirziyoyev, FIFA President review U-20 World Cup preparations

BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 30. President of
Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev discussed expanding cooperation with
FIFA and preparations for the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Uzbekistan and
Azerbaijan during a meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino in
Tashkent on Sept. 30.

This was reflected in the statement by the press service of the
Uzbek president.

Infantino highlighted Uzbekistan’s recent football achievements
and the results of reforms aimed at supporting sports development
in the country, according to the Uzbek president’s press
service.

"The fruitful cooperation with FIFA in promoting joint football
popularization programs, especially among young people, was noted
with great satisfaction," the press service noted.

The two sides discussed further cooperation on transforming the
organization and management of football, identifying and developing
young talent, and training coaches, referees, managers, sports
physicians and technical specialists to international
standards.

Particular attention was given to hosting major FIFA tournaments
and events in Uzbekistan, as well as accelerating the establishment
of a FIFA regional office in Tashkent.

The meeting also highlighted joint programs aimed at expanding
access to football among young people and strengthening the
country’s football development system through international
cooperation.

Gianni Infantino has served as FIFA president since 2016 and was
re-elected for a second term in 2019 and a third term in 2023.
Under his leadership, FIFA has expanded its global tournament
structure and placed greater emphasis on football development
programs, youth competitions and investment in football
infrastructure and education.

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