Pakhtakor, preparing thoroughly for the new season in Antalya, played their first friendly match as part of the training camp. The Lions reached a 1-1 draw against Struga, who are currently in second place in the top division of North Macedonia.
This match was one of Pakhtakor's first serious trials in the training camp. Through training in Turkey, the team aims to simultaneously gain both physical fitness and tactical connections. In this sense, it's natural that the match against a disciplined and physically strong opponent like Struga drew valuable conclusions for the coaching staff.
Through this friendly match, Pakhtakor tested both teams. Sanjar Quvvatov, Dilshod Saitov, Shahzod Azmiddinov, Dilshod Abdullayev, Hojiakbar Alijonov, Quvonshbek Saydaliyev, Abubakir Shukurullayev, Jamshid Rustamov, Bashar Resan, Dostonbek Hamdamov, and Davron To'laganov started the game.
In the second half, the team led by Maxim Murkaev took to the field and tried to show the team's reserves and new connections.
Pakhtakor (second half lineup): Maksim Murkayev, Zaid Tahsin, Muhammadali Dilshodbekov, Sherzod Nasrullayev, Bobur Muhammad Karimov, Sardor Mirqobilov, Sardor Sobirkhojayev, Behruz O'ktamov, Hojimat Erkinov, Yahyo O'rinboyev, Azizbek Turg'unboyev.
It should be noted that Pakhtakor's training camp in Antalya will last until January 30th, during which the team is scheduled to play two more friendly matches. Through these debates, the "Lions" aim to maintain the rhythm before the season, strengthen the competitive environment, and form the most suitable option for the main squad.
It was previously reported that the club had signed new contracts with several players. This means the team is entering the new season not only in terms of training camp games but also in terms of structural stability.
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