Miracle Mirzaev Inspiration For Uzbekistan U-17 Travel

JAKARTA - "We want to be champions," replied Lazizbek Mirzaev loudly after Uzbekistan U-17 destroyed England U-17 in the last 16 of the 2023 U-17 World Cup at the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS), Wednesday, November 22, 2023.

That day and JIS witnessed how amazing Mirzaev led Uzbekistan U-17 to beat the England top U-17 candidate.

Mirzaev's free-kick from a distance of 20 meters was the key to the White Wolf's victory, the nickname Uzbekistan U-17. At the same time, it became an interesting topic of conversation.

Mirzaev is not only an important actor who trades UK dreams U-17, but also his figure who inspires team-mates to bring Uzbekistan U-17 further in the 2023 U-17 World Cup.

Leadership as captain of Uzbekistan U-17, the spirit of nationalism, technical quality, dreams, and work ethic can be put forward when talking about Mirzaev.

He transferred all positive energy to his colleagues. Mirzaev led the White Wolf to never give up even though he struggled in the group stage.

Losing 0-3 to Mali U-17 did not stop ambitions as a dark horse that entered the hunt for the title.

They then rose in the second match of Group B. Comeback twice from Spain U-17 in the party which ended 2-2 is proof.

Lastly, Uzbekistan U-17 crushed Canada's U-17 three goals without reply to ensure a ticket for the last 16 through the best third-placed route.

The rise of the White Wolf was felt at the beginning of the knockout stages. The proof is realized. They beat the British giant U-17.

All of this was in the command of a fiery Mirzaev who wanted to bring his country to fly high in the 2023 U-17 World Cup.

"We play for our people, for the whole of Uzbekistan. This gives us real motivation. We are happy to represent our country."

"We will do everything we can to become champions here. We give our best against England U-17 and that's what we will do again in the next stage," Mirzaev said on the FIFA website.

"Of course this (quarter-final) result adds to our enthusiasm and motivation to create new history again."

"We intend to become champions in this tournament, but before that we have to try our best to win the next game," said Mirzaev.

Mirzaev's leadership and mentality play an important role in changing the team. From the semenjana team to the black horse of the giant conquest. The team is not taken into account as a team of candidates for the title.

"As a captain, you have to help your team in difficult times. You have to be psychologically strong."

"I always try my best to do that. I dream of scoring a winning goal in a big game like this (vs England U-17. It's amazing."

This is a big stage. I gave my whole performance to my teammates. I feel very positive," said the Tashkent-born player.

Mirzaev is just trying to make his dream come true. Dreams follow in the footsteps of his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.

The number 7 jersey has also become its trademark. The captain's arm has circled around his left arm with Uzbekistan U-17.

The quality of leadership, corruption, acceleration, free kicks, and work ethic follow Ronaldo's steps.

Now, he's just struggling at the next career level. Answering the predictions of many people that he could be as successful as CR7, playing in Europe's top league.

Currently, Mirzaev has received a professional contract with Lokomotiv Tashkent who appeared in Uzbekistan Pro League, the second level of competition.

He hasn't performed regularly at the club. Just got one appearance in 2022, as well as his professional debut. At that time, Lokomotiv Tashkent was still playing in the Uzbekistan Super League, the highest level competition.

This year, his performances improved. He has played in the league six times. Mirzaev is struggling to bring Lokomotiv Tashkent back to promotion to the Super League.

The wait is still long to reach the senior level. However, seeing Lazizbek Mirzaev's potential, the chance to realize his dreams was wide open.

In the future, it is not impossible that number 7 will become Mirzaev's definite identity, both at the professional club level and the senior national team, which he currently only has the choice number 77 with Lokomotiv Tashkent.

The closest challenge, Mirzaev and colleagues will again face the giant, French U-17. If they can overthrow Les Bleus, the title of strong team conquest will be even more comfortable attached to Uzbekistan U-17.

Personal Data Lazizbek Mirzaev

Birthday: October 5, 2006

Place Of Birth: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Position: Midfielder

Professional Club

2022-present Lokomotiv Tashkent

Junior Career

2019 2021 Odil Ahmedov FA

2022 Lokomotiv Tashkent

National Team Career

2021 Uzbekistan U-15

2021 2022 Uzbekistan U-16

2022' Now Uzbekistan U-17