AFC Asian Qualifiers
Odilzhon Abdurakhmanov scored the only goal of the game in the 49th minute as Kyrgyz Republic bounced back from their 4-3 defeat to Malaysia on Matchday One in resounding fashion.
The defeat was a blow for Oman, who had opened their campaign with a 3-0 win over Chinese Taipei, with the West Asian side now three points adrift of group leaders Malaysia.
"I congratulate Kyrgyz Republic for their victory and I congratulate my players for their desire, determination and fighting spirit throughout the match.
"However, wasting many opportunities led to us ending the match without achieving the minimum target, which was a draw," said Ivankovic.
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The Croatian said he had prepared his side in anticipation of a tough match.
"I expected the match to be difficult, and I prepared the team accordingly. However, we could not put away our chances and we lost the points.
"The qualifying campaign is still at its start, and I pledge to prepare better for the upcoming matches to get through the group."
Oman will have a chance to draw level with Malaysia when they host the Southeast Asian side in March with Kyrgyz Republic to play Chinese Taipei away.
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