Uzbekistan vs. Syria Starting Lineups, Preview

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Uzbekistan vs. Syria Starting Lineups, Preview

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Faizan Mirza | Last updated Oct 1, 2026 8:44 AM ET

On Thursday, October 1, Uzbekistan will host Syria in an international friendly at Pakhtakor Central Stadium in Tashkent.

The encounter will provide both national teams with another chance to test their teams, as Uzbekistan have beaten Iran 3-1 in their last match and Syria are looking to get going for the upcoming continental games.

Uzbekistan vs. Syria Starting Lineups and Team News

Uzbekistan are likely to be counting on captain Eldor Shomurodov in attack as he netted two goals against Iran. Abdukodir Khusanov and Abbosbek Fayzullaev are also likely to be part of a squad that will include some of the national team’s mainstays.

Uzbekistan predicted lineup: Nazarov; Karimov, Khusanov, Urozov, Nasrullaev; Khamrobekov, Ganiyev; Khamdamov, Mozgovoy, Fayzullaev; Shomurodov.

Eldor Shomurodov #14 of Uzbekistan celebrates with teammates after scoring the team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match between Congo DR and Uzbekistan. (Photo by Steph Chambers - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Syria are likely to be bolstered by veteran forward Omar Al-Somah, Mahmoud Al-Mawas and Mohamed Osman. Aiham Ousou is expected to be in defense.

Syria predicted lineup: Al-Shakir; Faqa, Ousou, Al-Shami, Kourdoghli; Hanan, Osman, Al-Aswad, Al-Mawas; Moustfa, Al-Somah.

Uzbekistan vs. Syria Start Time

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USA — 10:00 a.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. CT / 8:00 a.m. MT / 7:00 a.m. PT
Canada — 10:00 a.m. ET
Brazil — 11:00 a.m. BRT
UK — 3:00 p.m. BST
Germany — 4:00 p.m. CEST
Saudi Arabia — 5:00 p.m. AST
Uzbekistan — 7:00 p.m. UZT
India — 7:30 p.m. IST
Japan — 11:00 p.m. JST
South Korea — 11:00 p.m. KST
Australia — 12:00 a.m. AEST, Friday, October 2

Uzbekistan vs. Syria: How to Watch

USA — beIN SPORTS
Australia — beIN SPORTS
MENA — beIN SPORTS
UK — No confirmed broadcaster is currently listed
India — No confirmed local TV or streaming partner is currently listed
Uzbekistan — No confirmed local broadcaster is currently listed

Uzbekistan’s recent 3-1 victory over Iran has given Fabio Cannavaro’s team a boost of confidence as they head into the friendly. Shomurodov, Khusanov and Fayzullaev are among the players who are likely to be at the heart of the team’s plans.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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