In the match against Colombia, Fayzullaev helped Uzbekistan equalize, marking the country’s first-ever World Cup goal.

Since officially joining FIFA in 1994, Uzbekistan had failed in seven attempts to qualify for the World Cup. It was only at this edition that they finally reached the finals for the first time in their history.

Facing strong South American opponents Colombia, Uzbekistan showed great resilience. In the second half, Fayzullaev scored with a header, registering the nation’s first goal in their first-ever World Cup appearance.