ANOTHER VICTORY IN THE FRIENDLY MATCH

​Our team started today's match with a high tempo and aggressive attacking displays. Looking to take control of the game from the very opening minutes, our players put serious pressure on the opponent's defensive line.

​Such relentless and quick movements soon paid off. In the 17th minute, Alisher Odilov showcased his individual brilliance, dribbling past several defenders before delivering a precise pass into the penalty box to Nurbek Sarsenbayev. Our young striker found himself virtually one-on-one with the goalkeeper, capitalised on the opportunity perfectly, and slotted the ball into the back of the net — 1:0.

​However, in the 31st minute of the match, the visitors launched a swift counter-attack. Reading the play well and exploiting a gap left open in our defense, Akbar Ibrohimjonov advanced into a highly favorable position and struck cleanly into the net — 1:1. The first half concluded in a 1-1 draw as both teams headed into the interval.

​In the second half, our coaching staff introduced several young players into the pitch at once, giving them a great opportunity to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience in top-flight football. Our youngster prospects maintained possession and completely dominated the flow of the game. Although dangerous chances were created one after another in front of the opposition's goal, the scoreline remained unchanged for a long time due to Yaypan's compact defense.

​Nevertheless, the fate of the match was sealed in the final minute. Khurshid Giyosov, making a blistering run into the opponent's penalty area from the left flank, kept his composure brilliantly. He curled the ball past the goalkeeper and masterfully guided it into the net — 2:1.

​This last-minute goal secured a thrilling victory for our team!

​FRIENDLY MATCH

📆 July 3 | ⏰ 20:00

🏟 Fergana city, "Istiqlol" Stadium

​"NEFTCHI" 2:1 "YAYPAN"

​⚽️ Goals: Nurbek Sarsenbayev, 17' (1:0), Akbar Ibrohimjonov, 31' (1:1), Khurshid Giyosov, 90' (2:1).

​Referee: Sanjar Rahmonov

Assistant Referees: Shohruh A’zamov, Mahmudjon Rustamov

​"Neftchi":

45. Akbar To’rayev (16. Ibrohim Shokirov, 46), 6. IbrohimHalil Yo’ldashev (28. Muhammadqodir Rasuljonov, 54), 4. Bojan Ciger (2. Izzatillo Po‘latov, 46), 20. Anvar G’ofurov, 21. Muhsin Ubaydullayev, 23. Jovan Jokic (9. Khurshid G‘iyosov, 46), 5. Ikrom Aliboyev (44. Mo‘minxon Bahodirxonov, 62), 77. Ratinho (19. Azizbek Erimbetov, 62), 7. Abror Ismoilov (11. Asilbek Jumayev, 46), 22. Alisher Odilov (30. Rustambek Fomin, 46), 27. Nurbek Sarsenbayev (32. Zoran Marusic, 46).

​Substitutes:

18. Stipe Perica, 8. Vladimir Jovovic.

​Head Coach: Islombek Ismoilov

​Neftchi PFC Press Service