Uzbekistan reached their first FIFA World Cup™ by drawing with the United Arab Emirates.The UAE now progress to the fourth round with 14 points, and another shot at reaching what would be a second global finals.

Uzbekistan, who ranked 96th just one place above India in 2018, officially booked their spot at the FIFA World Cup for the first time, thanks to their resolute defensive play against the United Arab Emirates on Friday in Abu Dhabi.

Uzbekistan qualified for the World Cup finals for the first time at the eighth attempt after a 0-0 draw with the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. Goalkeeper Utkir Yusupov made a trio of