Rumors: Mourinho and Bento among Uzbekistan's possible mentors

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The Uzbekistan national team, which reached the final of the 2026 World Cup for the first time, may receive a new head coach. The media reports that the country's Football Association is considering the candidacies of Paulo Bento and Fatih Terim, and rumors are circulating about potential interest in Jose Mourinho.

Rumors: Mourinho and Bento among Uzbekistan's possible mentors
According to Championat.Asia  and Football-Asian, Paulo Bento, the former head coach of Portugal and South Korea, is among the leading candidates. Turkish veteran coach Fatih Terim is also said to be under consideration.

Meanwhile, speculation in football circles has linked Uzbekistan with a sensational move for José Mourinho. While no official confirmation has been given, the potential appointment of such a high-profile manager would not only draw international attention to Uzbek football but also strengthen the team ahead of the World Cup.

José Mourinho is one of the few coaches in history to have won all three active UEFA club competitions: the Champions League, the Europa League, and the Conference League.

So far, the UFA has not issued any official statement, and reports about possible candidates remain at the level of rumors.

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