Fabio Cannavaro becomes Uzbekistan's new head coach for their 2026 World Cup debut

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Fabio Cannavaro has been appointed the new head coach of the Uzbekistan national football team. The former Italian defender will lead Uzbekistan in their historic debut at the 2026 World Cup, following the departure of Timur Kapadze. This marks Cannavaro's second stint as a national team manager. Cannavaro, who previously coached China's national team and several clubs, aims to establish Uzbekistan as a competitive emerging force in international football.


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