The Uzbekistan Women’s National Team, affectionately known as the White Wolves, is currently carving out a historic chapter in Central Asian football. While they have long been a competitive force within the CAFA region, their recent success has signaled a major breakthrough on the continental stage. After more than two decades of waiting, the White Wolves have finally reclaimed their place among the elite, marking their first major tournament appearance since 2003.
Under the guidance of head coach Kotryna Kulbytė, the squad has evolved into a disciplined and dangerous tactical unit. Moving away from a purely defensive mindset, Uzbekistan now utilizes a structured, transition-heavy style that thrives on quick counter-attacks. Their journey through the 2024 Olympic Qualifiers and the 2025 Asian Cup Qualifiers has shown a team that is not just participating, but actively challenging the established hierarchy of Asian football.
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Official Squad: February 2026
We primarily cover the core squad members and rising stars who define the team’s current era. Click on a player’s name to view their full Player Profile and tactical breakdown.
Goalkeepers
| Name | Club | Squad Role |
| Maftuna Jonimqulova | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Core Player |
| Zarina Saidova | 🇺🇿 Bunyodkor-W | Rotational |
| Kumushoy Gulomova | 🇺🇿 Sogdiana-W | Rotational |
Defenders
| Name | Club | Squad Role |
| Maftuna Shoyimova | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Captain |
| Nafisa Nabikulova | 🇺🇿 Sogdiana-W | Core Player |
| Ilvina Ablyakimova | 🇺🇿 Servinch | Rotational |
| Shodiya Tosheva | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Rotational |
| Madina Kamoltoeva | 🇺🇿 Qizilqum-W | Rotational |
| Leyla Oraniyazova | 🇺🇿 OKMK-W | Rotational |
| Madina Khikmatova | 🇺🇿 Qizilqum-W | Rotational |
| Diyora Bakhtiyarova | 🇺🇿 Sogdiana-W | Rotational |
| Rukhshona Olimjonova | 🇺🇿 Free Agent | Rotational |
Midfielders & Forwards
| Name | Club | Squad Role |
| Diyorakhon Khabibullaeva | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Star Player |
| Lyudmila Karachik | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Core Player |
| Nilufar Kudratova | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Core Player |
| Umida Zoirova | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Core Player |
| Mekhribon Egamberdieva | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Prospect |
| Zarina Mamatkarimova | 🇺🇿 Sevinch | Rotational |
| Nozimakhon Ergasheva | 🇺🇿 Bunyodkor-W | Rotational |
| Dilrabo Asadova | 🇷🇺 Zvezda-2005 | Rotational |
| Omina Valikhanova | 🇺🇿 Lokomotiv-W | Rotational |
| Kholida Dadaboeva | 🇺🇿 Qizilqum-W | Rotational |
| Leyla Rustullaeva | 🇺🇿 Sogdiana-W | Rotational |
| Aziza Norboeva | 🇺🇿 Bunyodkor-W | Rotational |
| Dildora Nozimova | 🇺🇿 Qizilqum-W | Rotational |
Road to Glory: Competition Progress
- 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup: Qualified. After a stellar qualifying campaign in Group F, Uzbekistan has officially secured their spot for the tournament finals in Australia.
- 2024 Olympic Qualifiers: Completed. The team showed immense growth during Rounds 1 and 2, with Diyorakhon Khabibullaeva finishing as a top scorer in the region.
Fixtures & Results
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 2026 (TBD) | 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan vs 🇦🇺 Australia | 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup |
| 2026 (TBD) | 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan vs 🇰🇵 North Korea | 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup |
| 2026 (TBD) | 🇺🇿 Uzbekistan vs 🇨🇳 China | 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup |
How to Watch
Fans can stay up to date with the White Wolves by tuning into official broadcasts. Matches are typically available on DAZN, the AFC YouTube channel, or through local Uzbekistani sports broadcasters. For specific match-day streaming links, please check our dedicated How to Watch guides.
