FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrives in Uzbekistan

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At the invitation of the Football Association of Uzbekistan, FIFA President Gianni Infantino arrived in Tashkent. During the visit, he will discuss projects for the further development of football in the country, get acquainted with the activities of the National Football Center, and also attend the final match of the CAFA Nations Cup 2025 tournament.

The distinguished guest and the FIFA delegation were met at Tashkent International Airport by Minister of Sports Adham Ikramov, Vice-President of the Olympic Council of Asia, First Deputy Chairman of the NOC Otabek Umarov, AFU First Vice-President Ravshan Irmatov and officials.

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