The Tajikistan Higher League played its final match-day before suspending its activity due to covid-19. From now on, Turkmenistan’s Yokary Liga is the only representative for Central Asian football.
Coronavirus Times: Farewell Tajikistan, for now
Coronavirus Times: A Weekend and More in Central Asia
Turkmenistan Yokary Liga and Tajik Higher League were both active during the past weekend, and Martin Lowe has some insightful comments on both competitions.
Coronavirus Times: Turkmenistan Resumes The League
The Yokary Liga, Turkmenistan’s top tier, was suspended a month ago. This weekend, the league is back as the local regime continues to deny and ignore coronavirus.
Coronavirus Times: The View from Central Asia
Central Asia sits in a unique situation at the moment; an isolated, unaffected island of calm amid a global pandemic. Only one COVID-19 case has been reported so far in the region, and the leagues are running regularly—Asian football expert, Martin Lowe, with a unique coverage on football away of the virus panic.
Japan on top of the group, a dramatic win for Oman
Japan defeated Uzbekistan and qualified from the first place to the next round. A dramatic goal by Oman in the 94th minute brought them to the round of 16.