#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

#AFCU17 - Facts & Figures

Taif: The AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 came to a close on Sunday with Uzbekistan sealing their second title in magnificent fashion.

As the dust settles on yet another riproaring festival showcasing the best rising talent across Asia, the-AFC.com takes a look at the fascinating facts and figures from the tournament.

Ismoilov hails Uzbekistan’s indomitable spirit

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Ismoilov hails Uzbekistan’s indomitable spirit

Taif: Head coach Islombek Ismoilov was moved to tears after his Uzbekistan side braved adversity to emerge as the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 champions on Sunday.

The 32-year-old could not hold back his emotions after seeing an inspired second half performance with goals from Muhammad Khakimov and Sadriddin Khasanov overcoming the loss of Nurbek Sarsenbaev and Miraziz Abdukarimov to red cards in the first half.

Saudi Arabia's Da Silva shifts focus to World Cup

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Saudi Arabia's Da Silva shifts focus to World Cup

Taif: Head coach Mario da Silva admitted his disappointment after Saudi Arabia were defeated 2-0 by Uzbekistan in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ 2025 final on Sunday.

Da Silva said while the first half was evenly contested between two well-matched sides, Saudi Arabia should have capitalised on their numerical advantage when Uzbekistan were reduced to nine players.

Khasanov proud of Uzbekistan’s incredible determination

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Khasanov proud of Uzbekistan’s incredible determination

Taif: Sadriddin Khasanov paid tribute to the Uzbekistan coaching staff and his teammates after they lifted the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 trophy following a 2-0 win against Saudi Arabia in the final on Sunday.

Khasanov and his compatriots had to dig deep after going down to nine men but the forward scored a wonder goal in the 69th minute to cap an incredible tournament for the entire Uzbekistan team.

Uzbekistan’s Khasanov takes Most Valuable Player award

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Uzbekistan’s Khasanov takes Most Valuable Player award

Taif: Sadriddin Khasanov was named the Most Valuable Player of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 following a stellar tournament which helped Uzbekistan win the title after a 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia on Sunday.

The forward illuminated the final with a memorable second goal where he nutmegged Alwaleed Aloufi before driving into the box to slot past Abdulrahman Al Otaibi.

Uzbekistan's Aliev bags Top Scorer honour

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Uzbekistan's Aliev bags Top Scorer honour

Taif: Uzbekistan’s Asilbek Aliev picked up the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Top Scorer award after finishing with five goals following their 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia in the final on Sunday.

The forward had an outstanding tournament, including a four-match goalscoring streak from the first Group A match until the quarter-finals.

Uzbekistan's Rustamjonov scoops Best Goalkeeper award

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Uzbekistan's Rustamjonov scoops Best Goalkeeper award

Taif: Nematulloh Rustamjonov was named the Best Goalkeeper of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 following Uzbekistan’s 2-0 win against Saudi Arabia in Sunday’s final.

Rustamjonov produced on an impressive showing for Uzbekistan, playing in five of their six matches enroute to the title.

Resilient Uzbekistan persevere to lift title

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Resilient Uzbekistan persevere to lift title

Taif: Nine-man Uzbekistan overcame the odds to win the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 title after defeating Saudi Arabia 2-0 in the final on Sunday.

Uzbekistan stayed resilient despite losing two players to red cards in the first half to lift the coveted trophy for a second time, having emerged champions in 2012.