Doha, Qatar: Kuwait is gearing up to rejuvenate their hopes of reaching the knockout stages in their upcoming AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024 Group D match against Uzbekistan.
The crucial encounter is set for Saturday at Al Janoub Stadium, beginning at 6:30 PM Doha Time.Following a disappointing 3-1 loss to Vietnam, Kuwait, under the guidance of head coach Emilio Peixe, is under pressure to secure a win against Uzbekistan to keep their chances alive for a top two group finish.
On the other side, Uzbekistan is riding high from a strong 2-0 win against Malaysia. With the aim to continue their success, Uzbekistan's coach Timur Kapadze is considering player rotations to ensure the team remains in optimal condition for sustained performance.
Stay tuned as we bring you match highlights and a glimpse of the football atmosphere at the venue!
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90' + 6' GOAL Uzbekistan! Norchaev for the penalty kick he had wasted three minutes ago, latching onto a low cross from Abdirahmatov after a spectacular dribbling effort and firing home from point blank range. Kuwait 0-5 Uzbekistan
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90' + 3' PENALTY SAVED!
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90' + 2' Another penalty for the Uzbek team after ball handled in the box.
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WATCH: Uzbekistan's fourth against Kuwait
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86' GOAL Uzbekistan! Kholmatov converts successfully from the spot.
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85' Penalty awarded to Uzbekistan
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84' VAR check for possible handball in penalty area against Kuwait
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70' RED CARD. Kuwait are down to 10 men as Hamad Altaweel's tackle is deemed dangerous-play by the match official.
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68' Referee goes for a VAR check for a possible red card on Kuwait's Hamad Altaweel
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55' ⚽ Goal! Kuwait U23 0, Uzbekistan U23 3. Hojimat Erkinov (Uzbekistan U23) right footed shot from the centre of the box following a fast break.
⚽️ GOAL | ???????? Kuwait 0️⃣-3️⃣ Uzbekistan ????????
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Two goals in 6 minutes for Uzbekistan! Hojimat Erkinov slams the third into the roof of the net ⭐️
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49' ⚽ Goal! Kuwait U23 0, Uzbekistan U23 2. Muhammadqodir Hamraliev (Uzbekistan U23) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Jasurbek Jaloliddinov with a cross following a set piece situation.
⚽️ GOAL | ???????? Kuwait 0️⃣-2️⃣ Uzbekistan ????????
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Muhammadqodir Hamraliev bags Uzbekistan’s second, getting on the end of a pinpoint cross from a free-kick ⚽️
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48' Sultan Al Faraj (Kuwait U23) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Second Half begins!
Kuwait 0-1 Uzbekistan
Half Time!
#Uzbekistan moved one step closer to the quarterfinals by taking a 1-0 lead over #Kuwait in the first half.
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43' Attempt missed. Hojimat Erkinov (Uzbekistan U23) right footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses the top right corner. Assisted by Ibrokhimkhalil Yuldoshev.
43' Attempt saved. Jasurbek Jaloliddinov (Uzbekistan U23) left footed shot from a difficult angle and long range on the right is saved in the top right corner.
42' Mohsen Ghareeb (Kuwait U23) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
32' ⚽ Goal! Kuwait U23 0, Uzbekistan U23 1. Alibek Davronov (Uzbekistan U23) header from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Muhammadqodir Hamraliev with a cross.
⚽️ GOAL | ???????? Kuwait 0️⃣-1️⃣ Uzbekistan ????????
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A diving header by Alibek Davronov gives Uzbekistan the lead! ⚡️
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12' Attempt missed. Ulug'bek Khoshimov (Uzbekistan U23) left footed shot from the left side of the box is close, but misses to the left.
12' Attempt saved. Ulug'bek Khoshimov (Uzbekistan U23) left footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Hojimat Erkinov with a cross.
5' Attempt missed. Husain Norchaev (Uzbekistan U23) header from the centre of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Jasurbek Jaloliddinov with a cross following a set piece situation.
Match begins!
???? LINE UPS | ???????? Kuwait ???? Uzbekistan ????????
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Can Kuwait secure their first win of the tournament against the last edition’s runners-up? ⚡️
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