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Roma striker Shomurodov takes Uzbekistan to first ever World Cup
Roma striker Eldor Shomurodov is going to the 2026 tournament in the USA, Canada and Mexico, as Uzbekistan have qualified for their first ever World Cup. They have officially booked their spot at the competition thanks to a 0-0 draw in the United Arab Emirates this evening. Advertisement It guaranteed second place in Group A of the AFC section in qualifying, behind Inter forward Mehdi Taremi's Iran. This is the first time that Uzbekistan have ever managed to qualify for a World Cup competition and is a huge moment in the history of the nation. Uzbekistani history made by Shomurodov ROME, ITALY – APRIL 19: Eldor Shomurodov of AS Roma celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Verona at Stadio Olimpico on April 19, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by) Shomurodov became the first player from Uzbekistan to work in Serie A, joining Genoa in 2020, then going on to represent Roma, Spezia and Cagliari. He scored seven goals with five assists in 37 competitive appearances for Roma this season, helping them qualify for the Europa League and finish fifth in Serie A. Shomurodov is the captain of Uzbekistan and has 41 goals in 81 senior caps for his country.
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23-05-2025
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Shomurodov, Pisilli and Saelemaekers to start vs Torino
Roma are preparing to face Torino on the final day of the season, which will also be Ranieri's last outing on the Giallorossi bench. The coach has not yet resolved all doubts about the formation, but he should propose the formation seen against Milan. Advertisement The only exception concerns Paredes, who should go to the bench in favor of Pisilli. According to Corriere dello Sport, Shomurodov will once again lead the attack. Dovbyk should return to the squad following a brief injury absence, but will start from the bench and then come on during the match. Saelemaekers is expected be seen again as a second striker, even if he didn't shine in that role against Milan. Soulè will therefore go to the right.
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04-05-2025
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Shomurodov confirmed to start in Fiorentina showdown
Eldor Shomurodov appears to be Claudio Ranieri's new favorite as the Giallorossi prepare to face Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico. The Uzbek striker, already a protagonist in the last match played against Inter, will be a starter again. The news was reported by the journalist of Il Tempo, Filippo Biafora, according to whom Ranieri is ready to re-propose the offensive tandem composed of Shomurodov and Dovbyk, a formula already tested with good results. In recent outings, Shomurodov has shown a growing condition and a renewed understanding with his teammate, Artem Dovbyk, which has allowed Roma to increase effectiveness in front of goal.
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18-04-2025
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Shomurodov to start in Hellas Verona clash
Shomurodov to start in Hellas Verona clash Claudio Ranieri is thinking of introducing a few changes to his side's line-up for the upcoming match against Hellas Verona. Eldor Shomurodov could in fact feature as a starter, thanks to the positive moment of the Uzbek striker, who has always made himself ready in recent appearances. To give way to Shomurodov could be Artem Dovbyk, who did not take part in the training open to the public at the Tre Fontane stadium, followed by about 3,000 fans. The club, as also reported by Corriere dello Sport, spoke of a precautionary management of Dovbyk's physical conditions, excluding any injuries. The Ukrainian striker will be called up but is likely to remain on the bench.
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10-04-2025
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Shomurodov hoping to start in Rome derby
Shomurodov hoping to start in Rome derby Eldor Shomurodov continues to thrive after being linked with an exit from Roma early on in January. Despite having been close to a move away from the Italian capital, the Uzbek striker has grown into a reliable option off the bench, scoring a vital goal in Roma's recent 1-1 draw with Juventus. Advertisement With the Derby della Capitale fast approaching, Shomurodov is hoping to make a surprise appearance from the start in Ranieri's line-up. According to Il Messaggero, Shomurodov and Dovbyk could feature in Ranieri's formation with Saelemaekers also back in the XI.
