In June 2026, Uzbekistan found itself in the global spotlight as Google searches for the country surged by 450% following the historic debut of its national football team at the World Cup.

According to Uzbekistan's Ambassador to the US, Furkat Sidikov, this sharp increase in interest is a direct result of the country's entry onto the world football stage, boosting attention to its national culture and international image.

Users actively searched for information about the team, players, matches, and the country itself. Uzbekistan unexpectedly became one of the most discussed new football nations of the tournament, attracting not only fans but also a broad international audience.

Earlier, Alisher Kadyrov reacted to Uzbekistan's defeat to DR Congo, stating that the coach's work, the goalkeeper's performance, team spirit, and other aspects deserve a "zero" after such a result. He also called for a realistic assessment of Uzbek football's development level.

Source: podrobno.uz