Former Rostov striker Eldor Shomurodov named Uzbekistan's best footballer

This summer, Eldor Shomurodov will play in the World Cup.
Apr 17, 2026
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Shomurodov has been recognized as Uzbekistan«s best footballer three times.
Source:
press service of FC Rostov

Former Rostov striker Eldor Shomurodov has been named Uzbekistan«s best footballer of 2025.

Shomurodov has received this award for the third time. Previously, he was honored with it in 2019 and 2021.

Currently, Shomurodov plays for Istanbul Başakşehir and is the top scorer of the Turkish championship. He has scored 14 goals and provided four assists.

Read about Eldor Shomurodov«s career history in this article. The striker picked cotton as a child and dreamed of playing for Chelsea. In the summer of 2026, he will play in the World Cup as part of the Uzbekistan national team.

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