Dinamo Samarqand 4–2 FC Lochin
Uzbekistan Cup – 20 May 2026

Dinamo Samarqand produced a dominant attacking display to defeat FC Lochin 4‑2 in the Uzbekistan Cup, booking their place in the next round. The home side’s firepower proved too much for Lochin, who fought valiantly but ultimately fell short in the goal‑filled contest.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Dinamo Samarqand took the initiative. They pressed high and moved the ball quickly, and it took just 12 minutes for the first goal to arrive. A neat passing move ended with a crisp finish from inside the box, giving the home side an early lead.

Key Moments

• 12’ – Dinamo striker opens the scoring with a composed finish.
• 28’ – Lochin equalise with a header from a corner, stunning the home crowd.
• 41’ – Dinamo restore the lead just before half‑time with a powerful drive from distance.
• 55’ – The home side make it 3‑1 with a well‑worked team goal.
• 71’ – Lochin pull one back to set up a tense finish.
• 85’ – Dinamo seal the tie with a fourth goal on the counter‑attack.

Tactical Story

Dinamo Samarqand’s width and movement caused constant problems for Lochin’s defence. The full‑backs overlapped effectively, stretching the visitors’ shape and creating space for central midfielders to arrive late. Lochin’s set‑piece goal showed their threat, but they struggled to contain Dinamo’s fluid attacking rotations.

Standings Impact

With this win, Dinamo Samarqand advance confidently in the Uzbekistan Cup, keeping alive hopes of silverware. For FC Lochin, the defeat ends their cup run, but they can take pride in a spirited performance away from home.