Uzbekistan World Cup History: Qualification Record & Near-Misses
Quick answer: Uzbekistan have never qualified for the FIFA World Cup. Closest attempt: 2014 intercontinental playoff (lost to Jordan).
Uzbekistan, known as the White Wolves, are one of Asia's competitive nations but have never reached a World Cup finals tournament. Their best qualifying campaigns came in 2006, 2010 and 2014, with the 2014 playoff against Jordan their closest call.
See the Uzbekistan team page.
Uzbekistan World Cup Record
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| World Cup appearances | 0 |
| Closest attempt | 2014 playoff (lost to Jordan) |
| AFC Asian Cup titles | 1 (2011) |
Why Uzbekistan Has Not Qualified
Uzbekistan face stiff competition from Japan, South Korea, Iran and Australia in AFC qualifying. They have regularly reached the final qualifying round but fallen short of the automatic spots or playoffs.
2014: Closest to the World Cup
Uzbekistan finished third in their final AFC qualifying group and faced Jordan in the intercontinental playoff. After a 1-1 draw in Tashkent, they lost 5-1 in Amman and missed Brazil 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times has Uzbekistan qualified for the World Cup?
Zero — Uzbekistan have never reached a World Cup finals tournament.
Uzbekistan world cup history — any appearances?
No. Uzbekistan have never played in a World Cup.
Has Uzbekistan ever been close to qualifying?
Yes — the 2014 intercontinental playoff against Jordan was their closest attempt.