In October, during the FIFA international match days, the Uzbekistan national team will continue its preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. One of the friendlies will be played on October 9 in Tashkent against Kuwait, while another is scheduled for October 13 in Malaysia against Uruguay.

Meanwhile, the group stage draw for the AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 in Saudi Arabia has been held. Uzbekistan has been placed in Group C, alongside:

• Uzbekistan
• Republic of Korea
• Iran
• Lebanon