The World Cup Kicks Off Today

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The planet's long-awaited, global-scale football show kicks off today, leaving millions of fans in anticipation of a grand sporting festival that opens with an iconic clash on the other side of the world. The opening whistle of the World Championship will blow at midnight Tashkent time at the famous Azteca Stadium, where the national teams of Mexico and South Africa will face each other in the tournament's curtain-raiser. This match officially signals the start of a month of uncompromising battles that will be closely followed across our nation.

The World Cup Kicks Off Today
The primary focus of domestic football enthusiasts is locked on the schedule of the Uzbekistan national team, which is preparing to play its historic group stage matches. Our team will take the pitch three times: on June 18, 23, and 28. The first opponent for our compatriots will be the powerful Colombia national team — this high-stakes encounter is scheduled for June 18 at 07:00 AM Tashkent time.

The second round of the group stage will offer fans the most convenient viewing experience, as Uzbekistan faces formidable Portugal on June 23 at 10:00 PM. However, for the final match against DR Congo, dedicated supporters will once again have to sacrifice their sleep, with the broadcast of this game starting early in the morning on June 28, at 04:30 AM.

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