
Mahmudov expressed hope for the team's successful performance at the upcoming AFC Cup and shared his experiences, training methods, and sources of motivation in sports.
The AFC Futsal Cup is scheduled to take place from January 27 to February 7, 2026, in Indonesia, where 16 teams will participate.
The Kyrgyz team will compete in Group A along with teams from Indonesia, Iraq, and South Korea.
It is worth noting that Akjol Mahmudov is a two-time Olympic medalist, having competed in the Tokyo and Paris Games.