Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Shortan vs Neftchi match as part of the Uzbekistan - Uzbekistan Super League tournament.
Match events:
| 7' | Z. Marusic / J. Kojo | |||
| 40' | Z. Marusic (0 - 1) | |||
| 45+1' | A. Odilov | |||
| G. Kodirov / M. Ibrakhimov | 61' | |||
| 69' | V. Jovovic / A. Odilov | |||
| 70' | K. Ruziev | |||
| J. Khakimov / T. Mamasidikov | 78' | |||
| S. Sadulloev / J. Mannonov | 78' | |||
| 78' | I. Yuldoshev / K. Ruziev | |||
| N. Khasanov / A. Turdialiev | 84' | |||
| D. Asomiddinov / A. Toshkuziev | 84' | |||
| 88' | V. Jovovic (0 - 2) Assist: J. Iskanderov |
Join us for the live broadcast of this Uzbekistan Super League fixture, where relegation-battlers Shortan Guzar host one of the league leaders, Neftchi Fargona. This is a clash between teams from opposite ends of the table, with the hosts fighting for survival and the visitors chasing the title.
Kick-off: October 25, 2025, 11:30 UTC (14:30 MSK)Stadium: Guzar Markaziy Stadium, Guzar
Competition: Uzbekistan Super League
Shortan vs Neftchi: Match Preview
For Shortan, who are in a desperate fight to avoid the drop, this match against a top contender is a chance to show their mettle. Neftchi, on the other hand, cannot afford any mistakes in the title race and will be traveling to Guzar with the sole intention of securing three points. Head-to-head history heavily favors the visitors, who have won 4 of the last 5 encounters.
Team Form and Analysis
Shortan (Guzar)
The team is in a deep crisis, sitting in 16th place in the league standings. A long winless streak highlights significant problems in both defense, which concedes nearly two goals per game on average, and attack. Against a powerful opponent, the hosts are likely to adopt a deep defensive strategy, hoping for rare counter-attacking opportunities.
Neftchi (Fargona)
Neftchi are in excellent form, occupying 2nd place and are rightfully considered one of the main title contenders. The team boasts one of the most solid defensive lines in the league (only 19 goals conceded) while also being prolific in attack (40 goals scored). Neftchi is expected to dominate the match from the start, aiming for an early goal to control the game's tempo.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Official lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
- Shortan (5-4-1): Eshbutaev - Sultonmurodov, Khudoyberdiev, Abdumazhidov, Sadulloev, Kodirov - Mannonov, Rahmatov, Pirmukhamedov, Kenzhaboev - Mamasidikov.
- Neftchi (4-2-3-1): Ergashev - Sayfiev, Yuldoshev, Đokić, Gofurov - Ismoilov, Iskandarov - Jovović, Alibaev, Marušić - Kojo.
Match Prediction by tutsport.net
The visitors are the overwhelming favorites, and any result other than a comfortable victory for them would be a major surprise.
- Main Prediction: Neftchi to Win with a (-1.5) Handicap. The difference in class, current form, and motivation between the two teams is too significant.
- Total Goals Prediction: Under 3.0 Goals. Neftchi is known for its pragmatic style and solid defense, so a high-scoring rout is not the most likely outcome. A 0-2 scoreline is a probable result.