Despite the defeat, Istiklol maintained its position in the league table. In the next round of the national championship, the team will host Vakhsh. According to the schedule, this game will take place on October 10.
Currently, there is a break in the Higher League matches due to the national team's participation in friendly fixtures.

TAJIKISTAN CHAMPIONSHIP. HIGHER LEAGUE
17TH ROUND
Khujand - Istiklol — 1:0
Goal: Davronjon Ergashev, 82
Istiklol (Dushanbe): Mukhriddin Khasanov, Frane Ikić, Alijon Karomatullozoda, Sodikjon Kurbonov, Shervoni Mabatshoev, Alisher Shukurov (Daler Sharipov, 63), Amirbek Juraboev, Muhammadjon Rakhimov, Alisher Dzhalilov, Oleksiy Shebetun (Rustam Soirov, 46), Shahrom Samiev (Tabrez Islomov, 83).
Man of the Match: Davronjon Ergashev (Khujand).
Yellow cards: Jahongir Ergashev (Khujand), Alijon Karomatullozoda, Alisher Shukurov (Istiklol).
Referee: Rustam Nurmatov (Dushanbe).
September 15. Khujand. Spartak Stadium. 3,500 spectators.