In the first round of the Uzbekistan Super League, Andijan took a very confident step towards the new season. In the match held at the "Bobur Arena," the Andijan team defeated Jizzakh's "Sogdiana" by a large margin and presented their fans with a real football festival. The meeting took place on February 27.
The Eagles conceded four unanswered goals. The first goal was scored by Nemanja Chalasan in the 13th minute. Towards the end of the first half, Martin Boake further strengthened the lead. In the second half, the experienced Dragan Cheran said his word, and Pulatkhuja Kholdorkhanov scored the point. Thus, "Andijan" opened the season with an attacking, meaningful, and very bright game.
The hosts started the match at a high tempo from the very first minutes. The team sought to gain control of the ball, launch dangerous attacks through the wings, and keep the opponent under pressure. An early goal gave Andijan a psychological advantage, and subsequent goals further emphasized the team's superiority. In this match, the Andijan team made a good impression not only on the result, but also on the content of the game.
Sogdiana, meanwhile, attempted to change the situation during the match, but the hosts' disciplined action and pressing play prevented the visitors from moving freely. In some episodes, the Jizzakh team tried to respond with counterattacks, but this time their chances were insufficient.
A particularly noteworthy aspect is the harmonious combination of experience and mobility within Andijan. Leaders like Cheran brought restraint to the game, while other players who scored showed how dangerous they were in the team's attack. The fact that Pulatkhoja Kholdorkhonov, who came out of the substitution, also made his name appear on the scoreboard indicates that the team's reserves are also significant.
"Andijan" - "Sogdiana" 4:0
Goals: Nemanja Chalasan 13, - 1:0. Martin Boake 45, 2-0 (Imeda Ashortia). Dragan Cheran 54, - 3:0 (Pulatkhuja Kholdorkhanov). Pulatkhuja Kholdorkhanov 84, - 4:0 (Martin Boake).
"Andijan": 35.Rahimjon Davronov, 4.Igor Golban, 6.Alexandre Andronikashvili, 8.Jamshid Boltaboyev (18.Damir Temirov, 87), 9.Imeda Ashortia (11.Humoyunmirzo Iminov, 69), 10.Dragan Cheran (22.Usmonali Ismonaliyev, 69), 15.Nemanya Chalasan, 20.Islam Tukhtakhodjaev, 27.Martin Boake (19.Sayfiddin Sodikov, 87), 33.Doniyor Abdumannopov (7.Pulatkhuja Kholdorkhonov, 54), 77.Mahmudjon Makhamadjonov.
Substitutes: 1.Eldor Adhamov, 2.Odilbek Abdumajidov, 3.Ibrohim Yuldoshev, 26.Muhammadkarim Toirov.
"So'g'diyona": 18.Nikola Mirkovich, 2.Zoir Jo'raboyev, 4.Otabek Ahadov, 8.Suhrob Izzatov, 9.Feysal Mulich, 10.Javohir Qahramonov, 14.Lyupcho Doriyev, 21.Tohirbek To'xtasinov, 22.Abdulazizxon Abdurashidov (7.Aleksandr Bolevich, 46), 32.Nodirjon Soyibov (11.Otabek Jo'raqo'ziyev, 72), 70.Jasurbek Jaloliddinov.
Substitutes: 1.Shohruh Isoqov, 17.Ollabergan Karimov, 25.Kamoliddin Karimov, 29.Amirbek Saidov, 30.Muhammadayub Omonov, 77.Oybek Nurmatov.
Yellow cards: Aleksandre Andronikashvili 88.
In short, Andijan started the new Super League season with a strong statement. A resounding victory, a convincing performance, and four goals - all of this gives fans great hope. If the team maintains this spirit and pace, many more brilliant games can be expected from the Eagles this season.
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