Regar-TadAZ Tursunzoda 2 – 2 FK Eskhata
Tajikistan Higher League – 8 May 2026

A thrilling encounter in Tursunzoda ended all square as Regar-TadAZ salvaged a 2‑2 draw against FK Eskhata in the Tajikistan Higher League. The visitors looked set for a famous away victory before a late strike from the hosts denied them maximum points.

First‑Half Action

Eskhata stunned the home crowd by taking the lead in the 12th minute through a clinical finish from striker Parviz Khodzhaev, who broke free on the counter‑attack. Regar‑TadAZ responded well and equalised just before the half‑hour mark: defender Daler Sharipov rose highest at a corner to power a header past the Eskhata keeper. The score remained 1‑1 at the break.

Second‑Half Drama

Eskhata regained the advantage in the 63rd minute when midfielder Azizbek Boboev rifled a shot from distance that took a deflection and looped over the Regar goalkeeper. With time running out, Regar‑TadAZ pushed forward relentlessly and were rewarded in the 87th minute. Substitute forward Jamshed Ismoilov collected a pass on the edge of the box, turned his marker, and fired low into the corner to make it 2‑2.

Standout Players

• Jamshed Ismoilov (Regar-TadAZ) – Came off the bench to score the equaliser and change the game’s momentum.
• Parviz Khodzhaev (FK Eskhata) – His goal and constant movement troubled the home defence all night.
• Daler Sharipov (Regar-TadAZ) – Dominant in the air and scored a vital header.

League Context

The draw leaves Regar-TadAZ in second place in the Tajikistan Higher League, three points behind leaders Istiklol. FK Eskhata remain in fifth but will feel they let a golden opportunity slip away.