Buxoro FA Edge Past FC Surkhon Termez in Hard-Fought 2-1 Win

Buxoro FA secured a crucial 2-1 victory over FC Surkhon Termez in Uzbekistan’s First Division B on 2 June. The home side, playing in front of a modest but vocal crowd at their stadium, showed resilience and tactical discipline to overcome a stubborn opponent and claim all three points.

The match began with both teams feeling each other out, but it was Buxoro who struck first in the 28th minute. A well-worked combination down the right wing ended with a low cross that was turned in from close range. The goal settled any early nerves and allowed Buxoro to dictate the tempo for the remainder of the first half. FC Surkhon Termez struggled to create clear chances, with their midfield being outnumbered in the centre of the park.

Second-Half Drama Seals the Result

After the interval, the visitors came out with renewed purpose. They equalised in the 55th minute through a powerful header from a corner, silencing the home crowd. The goal set up a tense final half-hour, with both sides pushing for the winner. Buxoro FA responded well, however, and regained the lead just ten minutes later. A speculative long-range effort took a deflection off a defender and looped over the away goalkeeper, giving Buxoro a 2-1 advantage.

From there, Buxoro FA defended resolutely, dropping deep to absorb pressure and hitting on the break when possible. FC Surkhon Termez threw men forward in search of an equaliser but could not find a way through the organised home defence. The final whistle confirmed a vital win for Buxoro.

Impact on the UZB D1B Table

• Goals: Buxoro FA 2 – 1 FC Surkhon Termez
• Possession: Buxoro 45% – 55% Surkhon Termez
• Yellow Cards: Buxoro 2 – Surkhon Termez 3

With this win, Buxoro FA move level on points with the teams in the playoff spots, enhancing their promotion ambitions. FC Surkhon Termez, meanwhile, remain in mid-table and will need to convert draws into wins if they hope to challenge the leaders. The result underscores Buxoro’s growing confidence under their current management, especially in tight home fixtures.