Buxoro FK 0–0 Neftchi Fergana
Uzbekistan Cup, 22 May 2026, 22:00 local time

Match Overview

Buxoro FK and Neftchi Fergana played out a goalless draw in the Uzbekistan Cup first-leg match at the Buxoro Arena. The result leaves the tie finely balanced ahead of the return leg in Fergana.

Key Moments

Despite the lack of goals, the match was not short of action. Buxoro had the best chance in the 34th minute when striker Jamshid Iskandarov's header was brilliantly saved by Neftchi keeper Rustam Nizamov. Neftchi responded after the break, with substitute Sherzod Sharipov hitting the post from a tight angle in the 71st minute.

Tactical Story

Both teams were cautious, aware that a single goal could be pivotal in a two-legged tie. Buxoro pressed high in the first half but lost momentum after the break. Neftchi grew into the game but lacked a cutting edge, failing to test the home goalkeeper with a single shot on target in the second half.

Standout Players

• Rustam Nizamov (Neftchi) – vital save kept his side in the tie.
• Bakhtiyor Akhmedov (Buxoro) – solid in defence, made several interceptions.
• Sherzod Sharipov (Neftchi) – unlucky not to score after coming off the bench.

What’s Next

The second leg will take place on 29 May at the Fergana Stadium. A goalless draw means any score draw in the return match will see Neftchi advance on away goals, while Buxoro must win outright to progress. The Uzbekistan Cup quarter-finals are shaping up to be tightly fought.