Results
| Tajikistan U21 League | 06/26 12:30 | - | FK Istaravshan U21 v Lokomotiv Pamir U21 | D |
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| Tajikistan U21 League | 06/15 12:30 | - | FK Istaravshan U21 v FK Khujand U21 | L | 0-1 | |
| Tajikistan U21 League | 04/24 11:30 | - | Fayzkand U21 v FK Istaravshan U21 | W | 0-1 | |
| Tajikistan U21 League | 04/10 12:17 | - | FK Istaravshan U21 v Kuktosh Rudaki U21 | W |
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Wikipedia - FK Istaravshan
FC Istaravshan (Tajik: Клуби футболи Строшан) is a Tajik professional football club based in Istaravshan, that competes in the Tajikistan Higher League. The club was folded in 2013, but has since reformed.
History
In 2004, under the name "Uroteppa", finishing as Runners-up to Aviator Bobojon Ghafurov in the Tajik Cup whilst also finishing 6th in the Tajik League.
In 2012, the club's stadium underwent a $3 million renovation upgrading its capacity to 20,000 seats. The Istaravshan Sports Complex was officially re-opened on 27 October 2012 by Emomalii Rahmon, the President of Tajikistan.
At the end of the 2013 season, Istaravshan ceased to exist due to financial problems, being replaced by FK Daleron-Uroteppa in the Tajik League, after a failed merger between the two clubs.
On 14 March 2019, Tokhirjon Muminov was appointed as manager of Istaravshan.
Names
- 1938–1980: Spartak
- 1981–1991: Trikotazhnik
- 1992–1995: Istaravshan
- 1999 : Istaravshan
- 2003 : Istaravshan
- 2004 : Uroteppa
- 2009– : Istaravshan
Domestic history
| Season | League | Tajik Cup | Top goalscorer | Manager | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Div. | Pos. | Pl. | W | D | L | GS | GA | P | Name | League | |||
| 1992 | 1st | 6th | 20 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 27 | 35 | 23 | ||||
| 1993 | 1st | 4th | 30 | 16 | 4 | 10 | 60 | 44 | 36 | ||||
| 1994 | 1st | 8th | 30 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 50 | 46 | 30 | ||||
| 1995 | 1st | 2nd | 28 | 18 | 3 | 7 | 60 | 29 | 57 | ||||
| 1999 | 1st | 10th | 22 | 3 | 3 | 16 | 11 | 42 | 12 | ||||
| 2003 | 1st | 7th | 30 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 69 | 31 | 54 | ||||
| 2004 | 1st | 6th | 36 | 11 | 8 | 17 | 52 | 65 | 41 | Runner-Up | Shuhrat Shamsiyev | 23 | |
| 2012 | 1st | 9th | 24 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 33 | 44 | 28 | ||||
| 2013 | 1st | 10th | 18 | 2 | 2 | 14 | 13 | 42 | 8 | ||||
| 2019 | 1st | 5th | 21 | 8 | 3 | 10 | 24 | 32 | 27 | Round of 16 | Bakhtovar Zokirov | 7 | Tokhirjon Muminov |
| 2020 | 1st | 8th | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 29 | 38 | 17 | Semifinal | Ilhomjon Barotov | 18 | Alier Ashurmamadov |
| 2021 | 1st | 4th | 27 | 12 | 6 | 9 | 30 | 25 | 42 | Quarterfinal | Ilhomjon Barotov | 13 | Makhmadjon Khabibulloev |
| 2022 | 1st | 9th | 22 | 7 | 4 | 11 | 26 | 27 | 25 | Round of 16 | Amirjon Safarov | 6 | Numon Khasanov |
| 2023 | 2nd | 2nd | 22 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 69 | 19 | 49 | ||||
Founded to provide a competitive environment for aspiring footballers, FK Istaravshan U21 focuses on both skill development and tactical understanding of the game. The team competes in the Tajikistan U21 league, where it showcases the potential of its players against other youth teams from across the country.
With a commitment to excellence, FK Istaravshan U21 emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, aiming to instill these values in its players. The coaching staff is dedicated to fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages growth and development, ensuring that young athletes are well-prepared for the challenges of professional football.
The team's colors and emblem reflect the pride of Istaravshan, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and passionate football fans. As FK Istaravshan U21 continues to build its legacy, it remains focused on producing skilled players who can contribute to the success of the senior team and elevate Tajik football on the international stage.