Avaz Azizkhodjayev, a renowned figure in Uzbek football and a senior advisor to the President of the Uzbekistan Football Association, celebrated his 75th birthday with high honors and heartfelt recognition. A ceremonial event was held today at the Uzbekistan Football Association headquarters, bringing together colleagues, sports professionals, and friends to mark the occasion.

Among the distinguished guests were Minister of Sports Adkham Ikramov, First Deputy Chairman of the National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan Otabek Umarov, and NOC Secretary General Oybek Kasimov — all of whom personally congratulated Azizkhodjayev for his lifelong dedication to the advancement of Uzbek football.

During the event, Minister Ikramov presented Azizkhodjayev with the honorary badge “Excellence in Physical Culture and Sports,” while Otabek Umarov awarded him the commemorative medal of the National Olympic Committee in recognition of his enduring service and contributions to the nation’s sporting legacy.