Kasymov, Dzheparov, and Akhmedov vs. Pavlyuchenko: Uzbekistan and Russia Media Teams to Play in Tashkent
On November 10, media teams from Uzbekistan and Russia will face off in Tashkent. This exhibition match will kick off a week of major football events, as the two nations' main national teams will compete here two days later.
The hosts will field a mixed lineup. It includes veterans who once defended the colors of the national team: Server Dzheparov, Timur Kapadze, Odil Akhmedov, Anzur Ismailov, Mirjalol Kasymov, and Ignatiy Nesterov. They will be joined by stars of pop music and social media: Badriddin Khusniddinov, Komil Benom, Khamdam Sobirov, Bek Vines, Azimchik Vines, and Mitti.me.
The guests have also bet on recognizable faces. Russia's team will feature YouTube personality Mikhail Litvin, Filipp Voronin, and Anar Abdullaev. The team's main trump card will be Roman Pavlyuchenko, who scored many goals for the Russian national team over the years.
The match will follow the regulations typical of media tournaments. According to the organizers, such events demonstrate that football is accessible to everyone, not just professionals. They hope the game will motivate people to engage in sports and lead active lives.
Spectators are advised to arrive early: the entertainment program will begin at 16:00. The warm-up will feature performances by the groups 'Benom' and 'Bozhalar,' singer Rukhsooraemm, Adel, and DJ King Maccarella.
