FK Andijon edge Sogdiana Jizak 2-1 to advance in Uzbekistan Cup

FK Andijon secured a hard-fought 2-1 away win over Sogdiana Jizak in the Uzbekistan Cup on Tuesday night, with a late goal settling a tight contest. Andijon’s disciplined shape and efficient finishing proved decisive as they booked their place in the next round.

Sogdiana Jizak had spells of pressure and equalised early in the second half, but they could not turn their possession into a winning goal. Instead, Andijon found a decisive moment late on to claim a result that will please their coaching staff.

Match overview

FK Andijon opened the scoring in the 18th minute through Dostonbek Khamdamov, who cut inside from the right and curled a left-footed shot beyond the goalkeeper. Sogdiana responded positively and created several half-chances before the break, but Andijon defended their box well and went into half-time with a narrow lead.

The home side equalised in the 52nd minute when Jasur Malikov turned in a low cross from the left. Sogdiana pushed for a second goal and had a goal ruled out for offside shortly after, which proved to be a turning point. Andijon weathered the pressure and found the winner in the 84th minute through substitute Bekzod Ortiqov, who finished calmly after a quick break.

Key moments

• 18th minute: Dostonbek Khamdamov gives FK Andijon the lead with a curling effort.
• 52nd minute: Jasur Malikov equalises for Sogdiana Jizak from close range.
• 63rd minute: Sogdiana have a goal disallowed for offside.
• 84th minute: Bekzod Ortiqov scores the winner for Andijon.

Tactical story

FK Andijon set up to stay compact and deny Sogdiana space in central areas. Their midfield worked hard to close down passing lanes, and they were content to concede possession in less dangerous zones. When they won the ball back, they looked to release their wide players quickly, and that approach created the opening goal.

Sogdiana Jizak controlled much of the ball but struggled to break down a well-organised defensive block. Their equaliser came from a good wide combination, but they lacked the final touch in the closing stages. Andijon’s substitutions also made a difference, with the fresh legs of Ortiqov providing the decisive goal.

Standout performers

Dostonbek Khamdamov was influential for Andijon, scoring the opener and linking play well. Bekzod Ortiqov made an impact off the bench with the winning goal, while the Andijon centre-backs dealt with Sogdiana’s crosses for most of the night. For Sogdiana, Jasur Malikov was their most dangerous player, and his equaliser briefly put them in control.

What it means

The win sends FK Andijon into the next round of the Uzbekistan Cup and extends their positive run in knockout competition. Sogdiana Jizak will rue the disallowed goal and the chances they missed, but they can take encouragement from their second-half performance. Both teams now return to their domestic schedules, with Andijon buoyed by a valuable away result.