Xorazm Urganch 1–0 Termez Surkhon
Uzbekistan Super League | 28 July 2026, 23:00

Match Overview

Xorazm Urganch secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Termez Surkhon in an Uzbekistan Super League encounter that was as tense as the scoreline suggests. The home side edged a tight contest at the Xorazm Stadium, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut chances on a heavy pitch after recent rainfall.

Key Moment

The only goal of the match arrived in the 67th minute. A sharp corner from the left was met by central defender Shukhrat Juraev, who powered a header into the bottom corner from six yards out. Termez Surkhon protested for a foul in the build-up, but the referee waved play on, and Xorazm Urganch held on to claim all three points.

Tactical Story

Xorazm Urganch sat deep after taking the lead, inviting pressure from a Termez side that pushed forward with increasing desperation. The visitors dominated possession in the final 20 minutes – around 62% overall in the second half – but lacked final‑third precision. The home team’s compact shape, with a back four and a double pivot, made it difficult for Termez to find space between the lines. On the counter, Xorazm threatened sporadically, but a combination of offside calls and wayward finishing kept the score at 1–0.

Standout Player

Xorazm goalkeeper Eldor Tursunov was excellent, making six saves – three of them from close range in the final ten minutes. His handling under pressure and command of the penalty area gave his defenders confidence to hold the line. Without his reflexes, Termez would likely have snatched a point.

Table Impact

The win lifts Xorazm Urganch into the top half of the Uzbekistan Super League standings, while Termez Surkhon remain in the lower reaches, still searching for consistency away from home. For Xorazm, it was a valuable three points in their push for a possible top‑five finish.