In one of the most dramatic finishes of the CAFA Nations Cup, Oman turned heartbreak into jubilation with two stoppage-time goals from Issam Al-Sabhi to defeat Kyrgyzstan 2–1 at the Jar Stadium in Tashkent.
What looked like a routine win for Kyrgyzstan suddenly became a statement of Omani resilience.
Oman vs Kyrgyzstan Highlights
| Quick Summary Box | |
| Category | Details |
| Teams | Oman vs Kyrgyzstan |
| Final Score | Oman 2–1 Kyrgyzstan |
| Date & Venue | September 2, 2025 – Jar Stadium, Tashkent |
| Goals | Kozubaev 24’, Al-Sabhi 90+1’, 90+5’ |
| Man of the Match | Issam Al-Sabhi (Oman) |
| League Impact | Oman top Group A with 4 points, Kyrgyzstan stay last |
Goal Breakdown
- 24’ – Kyrgyzstan 1–0 Oman
- Scorer: Tamirlan Kozubaev
- Assist: Cross from G. Alykulov, Towering header into the net.
- Context: Put Kyrgyzstan in early control of the CAFA Nations Cup clash.
- 90+1’ – Oman 1–1 Kyrgyzstan
- Scorer: Issam Al-Sabhi
- Assist: Ahmed Al-Mishaikhi
- Glancing header at the near post.
- Context: Equalizer that stunned Kyrgyzstan.
- 90+5’ – Oman 2–1 Kyrgyzstan
- Scorer: Issam Al-Sabhi
- Assist: None recorded
- Description: Powerful finish from inside the box.
- Context: Dramatic match-winner to secure three points in the CAFA Nations Cup.
Full time: Oman’s strong will shines through! 🇴🇲 Victory secured over Kyrgyz Republic. 🇰🇬⚽#CAFA #Kyrgyzstan #Oman pic.twitter.com/relC692n2n
— CAFA (@CAFAssociation) September 2, 2025
Key Incidents
- 3 Yellow cards for Oman, 3 for Kyrgyzstan.
- Kyrgyzstan’s defense held firm until stoppage time but cracked under pressure.
- 71’ substitution of I.A. Sabhi from Oman gave fresh attacking energy, crucial in this CAFA Nations Cup contest.
Performance Highlights
- Star Player: Issam Al-Sabhi with a stoppage-time brace.
- Key Assist: Ahmed Al-Mashaikhi’s pinpoint cross for the equalizer.
- Kyrgyzstan Highlight: Tamirlan Kozubaev scored and defended well.
- Save of the Match: Kyrgyz keeper’s 70th-minute stop denied Al-Sabhi.
In this thrilling CAFA Nations Cup match, Oman’s late decisive strategies turned the tide in their favor.
Impact After the Match
- After two games, Oman leads Group A with 4 points.
- Kyrgyzstan is up against it and is still on 1 point.
Upcoming Fixtures CAFA Nations Cup
- Turkmenistan vs Oman (Sept 5)
- Uzbekistan against Kyrgyzstan (Sept 5)
Coaches and players highlighted Oman’s fighting spirit, with Al-Sabhi calling it an emotional moment. The result adds extra drama to the CAFA Nations Cup, where every point could decide qualification.
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Amit Mishra’s Take
This game was, in my view, one of the most exciting moments in the CAFA Nations Cup thus far. For over 90 minutes, Kyrgyzstan controlled the game, but football can turn quickly. It was like seeing pure drama develop when Issam Al-Sabhi’s score was played again in stoppage time.
This outcome, in my opinion, was about Oman’s determination and faith as much as their goals. Kyrgyzstan will regret letting it slip, but for Oman this victory could be a turning point in the tournament.
