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THE GUARDIAN Jul 1

Qualifiers - Group H: DPR Korea 10-0 Tajikistan

Dushanbe: DPR Korea showed they are the team to beat after opening their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Qualifiers Group H campaign with a...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 29

Asante Kotoko complete the signing of experienced forward Johnson Oppong Owusu

Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko have strengthened their attacking options with the acquisition of seasoned forward Johnson Oppong Owusu, signalling...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Jun 24

Qualifiers - Group A: Philippines 2-2 Tajikistan

Capas: Philippines and Tajikistan battled to a 2-2 stalemate in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group A match on...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 10

Group A: Philippines 2-2 Tajikistan

Capas: Philippines and Tajikistan battled to a 2-2 stalemate in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group A match on...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 10

Capellas steps down as Philippines head coach

Manila: Albert Capellas has resigned as head coach of the Philippines citing personal reasons ahead of the Southeast Asian nation's AFC Asian Cup...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 1

Important streaming information for Blades battle

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 24

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 19

Park's confidence takes Korea Republic into last four

Jeddah: Park Do-hun's self belief came to the fore in Korea Republic's 5-3 penalty shootout win against Tajikistan in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 15

Q-final: Korea Republic beat Tajikistan in shootout to advance

Jeddah: Korea Republic advanced to the U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 semi-finals after defeating Tajikistan 5-3 on penalties in their last eight...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 14

Shoev vows to drive Tajikistan further

Jeddah: Scoring at the continental level was a dream come true for Tajikistan's defender Ahmadjon Shoev.
THE-AFC.COM Apr 13

Preview - Q-final: Tajikistan v Korea Republic

Jeddah: Tajikistan head coach Marco Ragini will dispense with the strategy that served his team well when they encounter Korea Republic in the AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 13

Odilzoda optimistic Tajikistan will go further

Jeddah: Tajikistan's Mekhrubon Odilzoda is confident his side have the ability and composure to go beyond the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 12

Group D: IR Iran 1-3 Tajikistan

Jeddah: Tajikistan defeated Islamic Republic of Iran 3-1 in an engrossing Group D match to make the quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 11

#AFCU17 - Knockout stage set to be spectacular affair

Taif: The eight teams still in the running to lift the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 have been confirmed with Tajikistan and DPR Korea the...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 11

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Apr 11

Tajikistan always comes first for Nazriev

Jeddah: Behind Tajikistan's Muhammad Nazriev's quiet demeanor lies a goal-scoring, record-breaking machine.
THE-AFC.COM Apr 10

Preview - Group D: IR Iran v Tajikistan

Jeddah: Tajikistan head coach Marco Ragini will need to deal with the loss of a key defensive player in their final AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 10

Pak: Stamina and mental strength paved DPR Korea's path to victory

Jeddah: Pak Kwang Song spared no effort to ensure DPR Korea kept their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 quarter-final dreams alive against...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 9

Group D: DPR Korea 3-0 Tajikistan

Jeddah: DPR Korea outplayed Tajikistan for a deserved 3-0 win in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 tie at the King Abdullah Sports City...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 8

Preview - Group D: DPR Korea v Tajikistan

Jeddah: Tajikistan head coach Marco Ragini believes DPR Korea will put them through the mill when they meet in the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 7

Ashuralizoda's confidence gives Tajikistan winning start

Jeddah: Tajikistan's Nazrullo Ashuralizoda didn't expect to score the match-winner against Oman in their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 clash...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 6

Group D: Tajikistan 2-1 Oman

Jeddah: Tajikistan overcame Oman 2-1 in their engrossing AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Group D opener at the King Abdullah Sports City Hall...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 5

Preview - Group D: Tajikistan v Oman

Jeddah: Oman head coach Anwar Al Habsi believes their opening AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Group D match against Tajikistan on Saturday...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 4

Group A: Tajikistan 1-0 Timor-Leste

Dushanbe: Tajikistan start their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round with a 1-0 win against Timor-Leste in their Group A tie on...
THE-AFC.COM Mar 25

I’m a Premier League cult hero who played for England opponents Latvia, now I’m working for Arsene Wenger

FRESH off Thomas Tuchel's bow against Albania, England have another first on Monday when they face minnows Latvia. The Baltic state have been...
THE SUN Mar 22

Tajikistan-Belarus, Republican Central Stadium (Dushanbe)

Tajikistan vs Belarus: all the latest Friendly Matches 2026 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 19

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Mar 13

2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Chad settles on local players for tough Ghana clash; only two foreign-based players invited

The head coach of Chad, Tahir Zakaria Gardia has opted to rely on local players for the upcoming games in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 12

Important streaming information for Coventry clash

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Mar 7

Australia flags interest as 2031 Asian Cup hosts

Australia has submitted an EOI to host the 2031 men's Asian Cup, while Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and the Kyrgyz Republic have launched a joint bid for...
ESPN Feb 25

Important streaming information for Canaries clash

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Feb 21

Important streaming information for Sunderland clash

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Dec 27, 2024

Important streaming information for Boxing Day clash

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Dec 23, 2024

Group C - MD5: Sharjah FC (UAE) 3-1 FC Istiklol (TJK)

Sharjah: Sharjah FC edged closer to the AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 knockout stage after defeating Tajikistan's Istiklol 3-1 in their Group C...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 26, 2024

Preview: Tajikistan vs. Nepal - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Tajikistan and Nepal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Nov 11, 2024

Group A - MD4: Tractor FC (IRN) 7-0 FC Ravshan (TJK)

Doha: Sokol Cikalleshi's first half hat-trick powered Tractor FC to a 7-0 defeat of Tajikistan's FC Ravshan on Wednesday as the side from the...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 6, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Nasaf create history; Istiklol champs again

Tashkent: FC Nasaf became the first club from outside of Tashkent to win the Uzbekistan Super League while in Tajikistan, Istiklol were crowned...
THE-AFC.COM Nov 4, 2024

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Oct 31, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Persepolis move top; Bengaluru stay unbeaten

Tehran: Defending champions Persepolis took pole position in the Iran Pro League while there was no stopping Istiklol in the Tajikistan League.
THE-AFC.COM Oct 28, 2024

Qualifiers - Group J: Tajikistan 2-0 Oman; Singapore 14-0 Guam

Singapore: Tajikistan completed a perfect campaign after they beat Oman 2-0 in their Qualifiers Group J tie on Sunday to advance to the AFC U17...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 27, 2024

Qualifiers - Group J: Tajikistan 2-0 Oman; Singapore 14-0 Oman

Singapore: Tajikistan completed a perfect campaign after they beat Oman 2-0 in their Qualifiers Group J tie on Sunday to advance to the AFC U17...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 27, 2024

Qualifiers - Group J: Tajikistan 2-0 Oman

Singapore: Tajikistan completed a perfect campaign after they beat Oman 2-0 in their Qualifiers Group J tie on Sunday to advance to the AFC U17...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 27, 2024

Qualifiers - Group J: Guam 0-18 Oman; Singapore 1-3 Tajikistan

Singapore: Oman and Tajikistan set up a final day showdown after winning their respective matches in Group J of the AFC U17 Asian Cup™ China 2025...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 25, 2024

Group A - MD3: FC Ravshan (TJK) 1-3 Tractor SC (IRN)

Dushanbe: Amirhossein Hosseinzadeh scored a first-half brace as Tractor FC eased to a 3-1 win over Tajikistan's FC Ravshan to move into top spot in...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23, 2024

Qualifiers - Group J: Tajikistan 33-0 Guam; Oman 5-0 Singapore

Singapore: Muhammad Nazriev scored 14 goals as Tajikistan kicked off their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group J campaign with a...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23, 2024

Qualifiers - Group J: Tajikistan 33-0 Guam

Singapore: Muhammad Nazriev scored 14 goals as Tajikistan kicked off their AFC U17 Asian Cup™ Saudi Arabia 2025 Qualifiers Group J campaign with a...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 23, 2024

Group C - MD3: FC Istiklol (TJK) 0-1 Al Wehdat SC (JOR)

Dushanbe: Jordan's Al Wehdat SC edged FC Istiklol of Tajikistan 1-0  in their AFC Champions League Two™ 2024/25 Group C tie at the Republic Central...
THE-AFC.COM Oct 22, 2024

Qualifiers - Group E: Sri Lanka 1-1 Malaysia; Tajikistan 1-3 Oman

Dushanbe: Oman came from behind to defeat Tajikistan 3-1 in their final AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Qualifiers Group E tie on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 29, 2024

Qualifiers - Group E: Oman 0-1 DPR Korea; Malaysia 0-1 Tajikistan

Dushanbe: DPR Korea booked their ticket to the AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Finals after edging Oman 1-0 in their Qualifiers Group E tie on...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 27, 2024

Qualifiers - Group E: Oman 5-0 Sri Lanka; Tajikistan 0-2 DPR Korea

Dushanbe: DPR Korea scored a crucial 2-0 win over Tajikistan in Group E of the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 Qualifiers on Wednesday. 
THE-AFC.COM Sep 25, 2024

Qualifiers - Group E: DPR Korea 0-0 Malaysia; Sri Lanka 0-3 Tajikistan

Dushanbe: Tajikistan kicked off their AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 Qualifiers Group E campaign with a 3-0 defeat of Sri Lanka on Monday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 23, 2024

Group E: Loss to Panama ends Tajikistan's run

Bukhara: Tajikistan concluded their FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 campaign with a 8-3 defeat to Panama in their final Group E tie on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 22, 2024

Group E: Defeat to Panama ends Tajikistan's run

Bukhara: Tajikistan concluded their FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 campaign with a 8-3 defeat to Panama in their final Group E tie on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 22, 2024

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Sep 19, 2024

Group E: Portugal 3-2 Tajikistan

Tashkent: Tajikistan put up a valiant fight but found reigning champions Portugal too strong as the Central Asian side went down 3-2 in their FIFA...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 19, 2024

Group A: Mohun Bagan Super Giant (IND) 0-0 FC Ravshan (TJK)

Kolkata: Mohun Bagan Super Giant of India and Tajikistan's FC Ravshan settled for a share of the spoils following a goalless draw in their AFC...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 18, 2024

Olaroiu praises Sharjah's maturity; Istiklol's Tukhtaev looks ahead

Dushanbe: Sharjah head coach Cosmin Olaroiu hailed his players' determination after their hard-fought 1-0 win over Tajikistan's Istiklol in Group C...
THE-AFC.COM Sep 18, 2024

Group E: Tajikistan 2-4 Morocco

Tashkent: A valiant Tajikistan fell 4-2 to Morocco in their FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 Group E tie at the Humo Arena on Monday.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 16, 2024

Know your team: Tajikistan

Kuala Lumpur: Having qualified for their first senior FIFA tournament, Tajikistan will be out to impress at the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024.
THE-AFC.COM Sep 9, 2024

talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Wednesday 4 September

The international break means a quieter footballing schedule this week and before the Nations League kicks off on Thursday there are a number of...
TALKSPORT Sep 4, 2024

Preview: Lebanon vs. Tajikistan - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Lebanon and Tajikistan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Sep 2, 2024

Important streaming information for Plymouth fixture

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STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Aug 29, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Nasaf edge Pakhtakor to stay ahead

Tashkent: FC Nasaf maintained top spot in the Uzbekistan Premier League while FC Istiklol stayed perfect in Tajikistan.
THE-AFC.COM Aug 12, 2024

Group G: Tajikistan sign off on high note

Dushanbe: Tajikistan ended their campaign on a high note after defeating Pakistan 3-0 in Group G of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 11, 2024

Preview - Group G: Saudi Arabia v Jordan; Tajikistan v Pakistan

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia and Jordan are set for a thrilling encounter to decide the top spot in Group G of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 10, 2024

Preview: Tajikistan vs. Pakistan - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Tajikistan and Pakistan, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 9, 2024

Ammouta happy to see Jordan thriving under pressure

Amman: Following a hugely successful AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, Hussein Ammouta knew the pressure was on for Jordan to march into the third round...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 7, 2024

Ammouta proud to see Jordan thriving under pressure

Amman: Following a hugely successful AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023™, Hussein Ammouta knew the pressure was on for Jordan to march into the third round...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 7, 2024

Group G: Jordan 3-0 Tajikistan

Amman: Jordan turned on the power in the second half to defeat Tajikistan 3-0 in Group G of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 6, 2024

Preview - Group G: Pakistan v Saudi Arabia; Jordan v Tajikistan

Islamabad: Saudi Arabia are set to fire on all cylinders when they meet Pakistan in Group G of the Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for...
THE-AFC.COM Jun 5, 2024

Preview: Jordan vs. Tajikistan - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Asia clash between Jordan and Tajikistan, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Jun 4, 2024

Morocco to face Portugal, Panama and Tajikistan in Futsal World Cup

African champions Morocco will face Portugal, Panama and Tajikistan in the 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup, following the draw for the tournament which...
AFRICANFOOTBALL.COM May 28, 2024

IR Iran emerge champions

Dushanbe: Islamic Republic of Iran emerged champions of the CAFA U15 Women's Championship 2024 after defeating hosts Tajikistan 4-0 on Saturday.
THE-AFC.COM May 25, 2024

Uzbekistan's Lopez targets improvements; Vakhidov hails Tajikistan players

Bangkok: Head coach Venancio Lopez will focus on improvements ahead of Uzbekistan hosting the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2024 in September.
THE-AFC.COM Apr 29, 2024

Uzbekistan edge Tajikistan to finish third

Bangkok: Uzbekistan defeated Tajikistan 3-1 on penalties to finish third in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024 on Sunday.
THE-AFC.COM Apr 28, 2024

Preview - 3rd Place Playoff: Tajikistan v Uzbekistan

Bangkok: Tajikistan and Vietnam are determined to finish their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 campaign on a winning note following...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 27, 2024

Thailand edge spirited Tajikistan for final spot

Bangkok: Goalkeeper Arut Senbat was the hero, saving three penalties as Thailand edged Tajikistan 6-5 in a penalty shootout after their AFC Futsal...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 26, 2024

Preview - Semi-final: Thailand v Tajikistan

Bangkok: Thailand and Tajikistan are set for an exciting showdown in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand™ 2024 semi-finals at the Hua Mark Indoor...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 25, 2024

Thailand fight back to beat Iraq

Bangkok: Therdsak Charoenphong’s dramatic late winner saw hosts Thailand defeat Iraq 3-2 on Wednesday to book a semi-final meeting with Tajikistan...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 24, 2024

Thailand fight back to edge Iraq

Bangkok: Therdsak Charoenphong’s dramatic late winner saw hosts Thailand defeat Iraq 3-2 on Wednesday to book a semi-final meeting with Tajikistan...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 24, 2024

Tajikistan edge Afghanistan to create history

Bangkok: Fayzali Sardorov’s extra-time winner saw Tajikistan edge out Afghanistan 2-1 in Wednesday’s AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ Thailand 2024...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 24, 2024

Preview - Q-final: Tajikistan v Afghanistan

Bangkok: Tajikistan and Afghanistan are ready for their moment of destiny with both on the brink of a first-ever AFC Futsal Asian Cup™ semi-final,...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 23, 2024

Tajikistan's Ergashev steps down; Ithsara sees bright future for Thailand

Doha: History was made but head head coach Mubin Ergashev felt no joy as Tajikistan bid farewell to the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ on Monday.
THE-AFC.COM Apr 23, 2024

Group C: Safarov stars as Tajikistan dash Thailand's hopes

Doha: Manuchehr Safarov’s header in added time secured a 1-0 victory for Tajikistan over Thailand in their AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ tie at the...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 22, 2024

Group C: Draw with Tajikistan ends Japan's reign

Bangkok: Champions Japan had their title defence dramatically ended at the group stage as they were eliminated from the AFC Futsal Asian Cup™...
THE-AFC.COM Apr 22, 2024

“I was already in London” – Coach says he missed out on West Ham job due to greedy agents

Petar Šegrt has spoken about his disappointment over a failed move to West Ham United, and it’s something which clearly still irritates him....
SPORT WITNESS Apr 22, 2024
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