Fatkhullo Fatkhuloev is a national football icon in Tajikistan. This year he took his talents to India, where he plies his trade for Chennayin FC from the Indian Super League. Can he open the door for more Tajik footballers in the subcontinent?
Like most Central Asian leagues, Tajikstan is controlled by one powerful side. This year, the “cotton pickers” from FC Khatlon are challenging this hegemony, and their story is one to watch out for.
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.
Turkmenistan Yokary Liga and Tajik Higher League were both active during the past weekend, and Martin Lowe has some insightful comments on both competitions.
