The Ballon d'Or takes charge of Uzbekistan for their World Cup qualifying campaign.
The nation's FA announced today: "The Uzbekistan Football Association has signed a contract with Fabio Cannavaro — a renowned specialist, three-time FIFA World Cup participant, 2006 World Cup champion, and one of the best defenders of the modern era.
"The Italian coach will lead our national team in preparation for the FIFA World Cup to be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
"Cannavaro will be assisted by the following coaching staff:
"— Eugenio Albarella — Assistant Coach (previously worked with the Japan national team, Juventus, Udinese, and Dinamo Zagreb);
"— Francesco Troise — Fitness Coach (formerly with Benevento, Udinese, and Dinamo Zagreb);
"— Antonio Chimenti — Goalkeeper Coach (worked with Italy youth national teams, Sampdoria, and SPAL)."