Shurtan Guzor Edges Respublika FA in Uzbekistan Pro League Thriller

Shurtan Guzor secured a vital 2-1 home victory over Respublika FA in the Uzbekistan Pro League on July 30, 2026, moving to a strong position in the mid-season standings. The match, played under the lights at the Guzor Stadium, delivered drama, goals, and a resilient defensive display from the home side.

From the opening whistle, Shurtan Guzor pressed high and took the lead inside the first 20 minutes. A well-worked corner routine saw central defender Jaloliddin Karimov rise unchallenged to head the opener past the Respublika goalkeeper. The visitors, however, responded with composure, equalizing just before the half-hour mark through a clinical counter-attack finished by Azizbek Turgunboev.

Second-Half Decisiveness

The second half remained tightly contested until the 67th minute when Shurtan Guzor regained the advantage. Midfielder Shokhrukhbek Gafurov unleashed a powerful strike from outside the box that deflected off a defender and nestled into the bottom corner. Respublika FA pushed for an equalizer in the final 20 minutes, but the home goalkeeper made two crucial saves to preserve the lead.

• Man of the Match: Shokhrukhbek Gafurov (goal and tireless midfield work)
• Key Moment: Gafurov’s deflected strike proved decisive
• Attendance: 3,850

With this result, Shurtan Guzor climb to 5th place in the Uzbekistan Pro League table, while Respublika FA remain in the relegation zone. The win provides crucial momentum for the home side ahead of a tough away fixture next week.