Sherdor Samarqand 3–0 Tashkent VFA: Dominant Display Lifts Sherdor Up the Table

Sherdor Samarqand produced a commanding performance to beat Tashkent VFA 3–0 in their UZB D1B fixture on May 17, 2026. The victory was built on a strong first‑half showing and clinical finishing, leaving the visitors with no reply. Sherdor Samarqand now move into the league’s top four, while Tashkent VFA remain stuck in the bottom half after another disappointing outing.

First‑Half Blitz

Sherdor Samarqand started at a high tempo and took the lead inside 15 minutes. A flowing move down the left flank ended with a low cross that Dilmurod Khasanov turned home at the near post. The home side kept up the pressure, and just past the half‑hour mark they doubled their advantage. Shokhrukh Abdullaev cut in from the right and curled a beautiful left‑footed shot into the top corner, leaving the Tashkent VFA goalkeeper rooted to the spot.

By the time the referee blew for half‑time, Sherdor Samarqand had fully controlled possession, while Tashkent VFA struggled to create any meaningful chances.

Second‑Half Control and Third Goal

The visitors attempted to reorganise after the break, but Sherdor Samarqand remained solid defensively. They sealed the victory in the 68th minute when Bakhtiyor Ergashev rose highest to meet a corner, powering a header into the net. The goal effectively ended the contest, and Sherdor comfortably saw out the remaining minutes to keep a clean sheet.

Standout Players

• Dilmurod Khasanov (Sherdor Samarqand) – Opened the scoring and was a constant threat with his movement.
• Shokhrukh Abdullaev (Sherdor Samarqand) – Scored a magnificent second goal and created several other opportunities.
• Bakhtiyor Ergashev (Sherdor Samarqand) – Dominant in the air at both ends and added the third goal.

Where It Leaves Both Sides

Sherdor Samarqand’s convincing win pushes them to fourth place in the UZB D1B standings, just three points off the promotion spots. Tashkent VFA, on the other hand, remain in 13th position and face an uphill battle to climb away from the relegation zone. The league continues to offer tight battles, and Sherdor’s momentum makes them a team to watch.