The Fergana Valley derby within the 10th round of the Uzbekistan Super League was as intense as fans expected, but the result proved even more decisive than anticipated. Fergana's "Neftchi" secured a confident 4:0 victory over "Qoʻqon-1912" on their home turf.
Neftchi seized the initiative from the very start of the match. As early as the 4th minute, Zoran Marushich opened the scoring, providing his team with an early advantage. Shortly after, in the 6th minute, Ratinio scored the second goal, exposing clear vulnerabilities in the visitors' defense.
The Fergana side maintained their pressure in the second half. Khurshid Gʻiyosov particularly stood out in this encounter — he netted twice to secure a brace. His precise strikes in the 46th and 55th minutes put the game to rest.
The team led by coach Islombek Ismoilov appeared significantly superior to their opponents, not only in terms of the result but also in the quality of play. Reliable defensive actions, control in the midfield, and efficiency in attack became the key factors in “Neftchi”'s victory.
Superliga. 10-tur
Neftchi – Qoʻqon-1912 4:0
Gollar: Zoran Marushich, 4 (1:0), Ratinio, 6 (2:0), Xurshid Gʻiyosov, 46 (3:0), Xurshid Gʻiyosov, 55 (4:0)
Neftchi: Botirali Ergashev, Boyan Siger, Anvarjon Gʻofurov, Farruh Sayfiyev, Nurmuhammad Abdugʻaniyev, Vladimir Yovovich (Daler Tuxsanov, 62), Ikromjon Aliboyev, Jamshid Iskanderov (Nurbek Sarsenbayev, 72), Xurshid Gʻiyosov (Asilbek Jumayev, 62), Ratinio (Rustambek Fomin, 46), Zoran Marushich (Stipe Peritsa, 62).
Qoʻqon-1912: Azizxon Isaqov, Andro Giorgadze, Jasurbek Yoqubov, Shahzod Akramov, Alisher Salimov, Javohir Husanov, Yegor Kondratyuk, Javohir Sidiqov, Shohruh Gadoyev, Gʻulom Haydar Gʻulomov, Toma Tabatadze.
Following this victory, “Neftchi” increased their points tally to 27, becoming the league leaders. Meanwhile, “Qoʻqon-1912” remains in 14th place with 8 points, facing the task of drawing serious conclusions.
In short, the Valley derby was one-sided this time. “Neftchi” not only won but also demonstrated that they are serious contenders for the championship. Now, one question remains: can they maintain this tempo, or will their rivals respond soon?
