OMM Newsroom
An Uzbekistan delegation is reviewing the country’s football infrastructure as part of preparations for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.
Representatives of FIFA, the Uzbekistan Football Association and the Association of Football Federations of Azerbaijan (AFFA) held a working meeting in Baku. They discussed the development of sports and organizational infrastructure, as well as arrangements for the tournament’s teams and guests. The parties said they intended to strengthen cooperation and continue working together to ensure the tournament is held to a high standard.
Group-stage matches are also planned to take place in Uzbekistan’s Fergana Region.
Visit to football facilities in Baku
Members of the Uzbekistan delegation, accompanied by AFFA representatives, learned about the operations of Neftchi’s training base and academy. The parties exchanged experience and knowledge on developing football infrastructure, organizing academies and training young players.
On November 13, the delegation will visit Sabah’s football academy and the Baku Olympic Stadium.
Context
According to information released by FIFA, the U-20 World Cup will be held in Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan from September 17 to October 9, 2027.
