Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Hisor: Tajikistan saved their best for last as they beat previously perfect Uzbekistan 1-0 at the Hisor Central Stadium on Wednesday to seal top in Group B and an automatic slot in the AFC U-19 Championship 2018.
Tajikistan went into the match knowing only a win would gain them automatic qualification while Uzbekistan, who had a record of three wins, only needed a draw,
Playing before their fans, Tajikistan gave the match their all and it was an exciting contest.
After an even first half which yielded no goals, Tajikistan upped the tempo when the match resumed after the break.
Their efforts were rewarded in the 53rd minute as their relentless pressure saw Saitov Dilshod turning the ball into his own net.
That was enough to seal Tajikistan a place alongside Asia's best in the Finals in Indonesia next October.
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