The story behind Ahmedov's World Qualifier appearance
In the list of Uzbekistan's World Qualifying 40 announced on May 18, an unusual name attracted widespread attention - that is, the Cangzhou Lions foreign aid Ahmadov, who is suffering from injuries. According to Sports Weekly, the veteran had two unfortunate cracked ribs, but despite this, he resolutely chose to inject painkillers into the game and insisted on playing for the honor of the national team.
Though Ahmedov is 34 years old and has appeared in more than 100 World A matches for Uzbekistan as a regular in the national team, an unfulfilled dream has always been at the back of his mind - that of the World Cup stage. The journey to the Top 40, therefore, is an adventure for him to go all out for the last glimmer of hope.
