#Uzbekistan

The New Development Bank has approved a US$1 billion loan aimed at infrastructure modernization in South Africa, as announced during a meeting in Shanghai. Additionally, the Board of Directors welcomed Uzbekistan as a new member of the bank.

Cristiano Ronaldo made history by becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments during Portugal's match against Uzbekistan on June 23, 2026. He scored the opening goal in the sixth minute after receiving a cross from João Cancelo. The 41-year-old celebrated the milestone with his teammates after the goal, contributing to Portugal's performance in the tournament.

Portugal is set to compete against Uzbekistan in Group K of the World Cup 2026, with live updates available that include build-up, analysis, and live text commentary, according to Al Jazeera.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal is set to play Uzbekistan in a crucial group match during the World Cup, where a victory is essential for advancing to the knockout stage. The match highlights the increasing pressure as teams compete for a place in the next round.