In the 9th round of the Uzbekistan Super League, Dinamo hosted OKMK in Samarkand, delivering a dramatic, high-stakes match for the fans. The encounter ended in a 2-2 draw, though the events on the pitch proved far more compelling than the final scoreline suggests.
The match began with an exceptionally early goal — just 49 seconds in, Abror Karimov scored an own goal to put the hosts ahead. This provided an ideal start for Dinamo; however, the momentum shifted in the 21st minute when Salim Mustafoyev received a red card, leaving the team to play with ten men.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, the Samarkand side did not lose their spirit. On the contrary, in the 31st minute, Jaloliddin Jumaboyev skillfully converted a free kick to extend the lead to 2-0. The first half concluded with Dinamo firmly in control.
The tactical landscape shifted in the second half. In the 52nd minute, Aziz Kholmurodov reduced the deficit, bringing OKMK back into the game. The visitors maintained consistent pressure, and finally, in the 88th minute, Urosh Koyich restored parity.
Super League. Round 9
Dinamo – OKMK 2:2
Goals: Abror Karimov, 1 (OG) (1:0), Jaloliddin Jumaboyev, 31 (2:0), Aziz Kholmurodov, 52 (2:1), Urosh Koyich 88 (2:2).
Dinamo – Edem Nemanov, Jakhongir Orozov, Sanjar Qodirqulov, Aziz Amonov (Behruz Obloqulov, 81), Anvar Hojimirzayev (Ulugbek Hoshimov, 62) Rasul Yoldoshev (Ulugbek Abdullayev, 63), Salim Mustafoyev, Jaloliddin Jumaboyev, Jakhongir Abdusalomov (Nurillo Tukhtasinov, 63), Firdavs Abdurahmonov (Khislat Khalilov, 81), Kingsley Sarfo.
OKMK – Javohir Ilyosov, Mirjamol Qosimov (Arihiro Sentoku, 46), Giorgi Papava, Avazbek Olmasaliyev, Dilshodbek Ahmadaliyev, Aziz Kholmurodov (Ali Abdurahmonov, 67), Asadbek Sobirjonov (Urosh Koyich, 67), Nodirbek Abdurazzoqov, Saidafzalxon Axrorov (Ahmadullo Muqumjonov, 46), Abror Karimov (Rian Islomov, 73), Siyavash Haqnazariy.
Cautions: Sanjar Qodirqulov 79 — Saidafazalxon Axrorov 45+2.
Sent off: Salim Mustofoyev 21.
Consequently, although Dinamo came very close to a victory, they were unable to maintain their advantage. The team increased its tally to 8 points, climbing to 13th place, while OKMK remains in 8th position with 12 points.
This match served as another reminder that in football, even a two-goal lead is no guarantee of success. The final minutes remain the ultimate test.
