The Jinnah Stadium in Islamabad was abuzz as Pakistan faced Tajikistan in the second match of the FIFA Qualifiers’ second round. The fully crowded stadium anticipated an exciting clash between the two teams vying for a crucial victory.
1st Half:
2’ The match kicks off, and Pakistan immediately adopts an attacking stance.
3’ A yellow card is shown to a Tajik player for a foul on Rahis Nabi, resulting in a free-kick for Pakistan just outside the penalty box. Tajikistan successfully defends the attempt.
6’ Junaid Shah of Pakistan executes a solid clearance.
8’ Tajikistan strikes first with a goal from Amadoni, capitalizing on possession and overcoming Yousaf Butt’s initial save. Tajikistan leads 1–0.
10’ Mamoon Mosa of Pakistan makes a brilliant clearance, denying Rustam’s attacking attempt.
13’ Rustam scores a spectacular goal for Tajikistan, maneuvering outside the penalty area and beating Pakistan’s entire defense. Tajikistan extends the lead to 2–0.
14’ Another chance for Tajikistan, but Pakistan’s defense manages to thwart the attack.
15’ Rahis Nabi of Pakistan scores a stunning goal, showcasing excellent coordination. Alamgir provides the assist, and Pakistan reduces the deficit to 2–1.
20’ Pakistan continues to press, with Rahis Nabi’s goal injecting energy into their attack.
26’ Strong defense from Pakistan prevents Rustam’s planned attack for Tajikistan.
30’ Tajikistan’s attempted attack is thwarted by a solid header from a Pakistani defender.
34’ A yellow card is issued to a Tajik player, Manuchehr, for fouling Otais in Pakistan’s half.
38’ Tajikistan controls possession, engaging Pakistan with passes in the midfield and frustrating the home team.
39’ Tajikistan applies pressure once again, with Yousaf Butt making a crucial save for Pakistan.
44’ Ehsoni scores Tajikistan’s fourth goal just before halftime, exploiting gaps in Pakistan’s defense. The halftime score stands at 4–1 in favor of Tajikistan.
Halftime: 🕒
Tajikistan leads 4–1 against Pakistan. The Greens face an uphill battle in the second half.
2nd Half:
46’ The second half kicks off, and Tajikistan maintains a compact attacking strategy. Waleed Khan’s attempt for Pakistan is denied.
47’ A kick on target by Tajikistan’s Alisher is saved by Abdullah Iqbal, helping Yousaf Butt secure the ball.
48’ Otais attempts to progress from the right flank but is denied by a Tajik defender.
50’ Rustam has a chance but fails to find the target from the goal area.
51’ Pakistan goes on the attack, but Imran Kiani’s pass from the left flank is collected by the Tajik goalkeeper.
52’ Yousaf Butt makes a crucial save outside the goal area, denying Tajikistan’s attempt.
56’ Tajikistan’s free-kick goes over the post, as Pakistan is fortunate to escape unscathed.
58’ Tajikistan produces another attack, but Pakistan manages to deny them this time.
59’ Alamgir Ghazi of Pakistan receives a yellow card.
60’ Waleed attempts to pass to Samad, but the connection falls short, missing a potential opportunity.
62’ Substitutions for Pakistan as Saddam replaces Mohib Ullah. Alamgir is substituted for Ali Unzair.
65’ Tajikistan scores their fifth goal, displaying relentless attacking prowess. The score now stands at 5–1.
67’ Two substitutions for Tajikistan, maintaining their strategy of possession and timely attacks.
69’ Tajikistan controls possession as part of their strategic approach, holding the ball before launching attacks.
70’ Substitutions for Pakistan as Muhammad Sohail and Fareedullah come in for Abdul Samad and Mamoon Mosa.
71’ Imran Khani is denied a chance by a Tajik defender on the left flank.
72’ Rahis Nabi retrieves the ball from a Tajik player, passing to Otais, but Pakistan fails to capitalize.
75’ Pakistan’s defenders thwart Tajik attackers.
77’ Fareedullah has the ball outside the 18-yard box, fouled, and Otais takes a free-kick, but it doesn’t result in a goal.
79’ Tajikistan’s player crosses from the left flank, but the shot fails to reach the intended recipient on the right side of the box.
80’ Waleed Khan attempts a bicycle kick near the penalty spot, but the shot lacks precision.
81’ Tajikistan launches another attack, but Pakistan’s defense, led by Ali Unzair, makes a crucial clearance.
83’ Two substitutions for Tajikistan.
85’ Play is in Tajikistan’s half, but they clear the ball effortlessly.
86’ A promising attempt from a Tajik player outside the D, easily collected by goalkeeper Yousaf.
88’ Saddam, a new player for Pakistan, makes a valuable clearance inside the 18-yard box.
89’ Muhammad Saddam stops a pass for Pakistan right outside the 6-yard box.
90’ Tajikistan scores their sixth goal, with Parvizdzhon’s initial shot hitting the goal post, and player number 22 deflects the rebound inside. The score concludes at 6–1 in favor of Tajikistan.
92’ Abdullah Iqbal clears a shot, preventing Pakistan from conceding another goal.
Full Time:
Tajikistan 6–1 Pakistan. An impressive win for Tajikistan, showcasing dominance in both defense and attack. Pakistan struggled to create opportunities, and Tajikistan outsmarted them in all departments.