Merw BSFK 0–7 Arkadag FK | Türkmenistanyn Yokary Ligasy | 16 May 2026

Arkadag Run Riot in Mary

Arkadag FK delivered a ruthless attacking display as they hammered Merw BSFK 7–0 in a one-sided Türkmenistanyn Yokary Ligasy encounter on Saturday evening. The result was the biggest win of the season for Arkadag, who showed no mercy from the opening minute to the final whistle.

First-Half Blitz

Arkadag raced into a 4–0 lead inside the first 35 minutes. Forward Dovletmyrat Annayev opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a clinical finish after a defensive mix-up. Midfielder Merdan Doronov doubled the lead from the penalty spot in the 19th minute before Annayev completed his hat-trick with goals in the 27th and 34th minutes, the second a stunning volley from the edge of the area.

Relentless Second Half

The visitors did not let up after the break. Winger Rovshen Takhirov added a fifth with a low drive in the 52nd minute. Substitute Amanmyrat Gurbanov scored twice in the final 20 minutes, the first a header from a corner and the second a solo run that left the Merw defence in shambles. The final score of 7–0 was a fair reflection of Arkadag’s dominance.

Key Statistics

• Arkadag registered 26 shots on goal to Merw’s 3.
• Dovletmyrat Annayev’s hat-trick lifted him to the top of the league’s scoring charts with 12 goals.
• Merw BSFK have now conceded 18 goals in their last five matches, a worrying trend for the relegation-threatened side.

League Implications

Arkadag’s thumping win kept them in second place in the Yokary Ligasy standings, three points behind leaders Altyn Asyr with a game in hand. Merw, meanwhile, slipped to bottom of the table, five points adrift of safety with only eight matches remaining. The team’s defensive frailties will need urgent attention if they are to avoid relegation.