In his message published on his official page, Infantino emphasized that Uzbek football players proved to the whole world and the people of their country that any great dream can come true.

"You proved to the whole world and to the people in your country that any big dream can come true," the FIFA head wrote.

He noted that he personally watched the Uzbekistan national team's first-ever goal in the World Cup at the stadium and felt the emotions experienced by the players and fans at that moment.

"I am sure that this historic experience will give a great boost to the further development of football in Uzbekistan. I wish you luck in the future," Gianni Infantino said.