Turkmenistan U-17 National Team Wins Bronze at CAFA-2025 Championship

The Turkmen team, composed of players under 17 years old, had a successful performance at this prestigious international tournament, finishing in third place.

Bronze Match Decided by Penalty Shootout

In the match for third place, Turkmenistan faced Kyrgyzstan. The match ended in a goalless draw (0:0) in regular time. The winner was determined by a penalty shootout, where Ahmet Allaberdiyev’s side showed greater composure and won 7:6.

Hero of the Match – Goalkeeper Azym Abayev

Turkmenistan’s goalkeeper Azym Abayev stood out with his confident performance, saving crucial penalties and helping his team secure the victory. He was named the best player of the match.

Group Stage Results

Turkmenistan competed in Group B with the following outcomes:

• Turkmenistan 1:0 Afghanistan
• Turkmenistan 1:4 Tajikistan

Tajikistan won all their matches and topped the group. Turkmenistan, with 3 points, finished second and advanced to the bronze medal match.

Group B Standings:

• Tajikistan – 6 points
• Turkmenistan – 3 points
• Afghanistan – 0 points

In Group A, Uzbekistan dominated:

• Uzbekistan 5:1 Kyrgyzstan
• Uzbekistan 4:2 Iran
• Kyrgyzstan 4:3 Iran

Group A Standings:

• Uzbekistan – 6 points
• Kyrgyzstan – 3 points
• Iran – 0 points

Final Match

The final of the CAFA-2025 Championship will be held on May 31, featuring Tajikistan vs Uzbekistan.

Conclusion

By securing the bronze medal at CAFA-2025, Turkmenistan’s U-17 team showcased their growing potential and strong tactical preparation. Under the guidance of coach Ahmet Allaberdiyev, the young players left a positive impression with their team-oriented performance, offering hope for the future of Turkmen football.