Turkmenistan Super Cup
The Turkmenistan Super Cup is the annual football showdown that kicks off the season in the country. It pits the champions of the ßÝРК ßÝРК — Turkmenistan's top league — against the Turkmenistan Cup winners, symbolizing the start of the battle for major honors and setting the tone for the year.
History and foundation
Launched in 1996, the Super Cup has featured thrilling clashes over the years. In 2012, Ahal defeated Altyn Asyr 3-1, and in 2018, Ahal dominated Kopetdag 2-0. A quirky fact: when one team wins both the league and cup, the league runners-up step in, adding unpredictability.
Tournament format
The format is straightforward: a single match on a neutral venue, often Ashgabat Stadium or Nisa Stadium. Ties lead to extra time and penalties. Held in August, it precedes the ßÝРК season start.
Interesting facts
Average goals per match hover around 2.5, reflecting defensive styles in Turkmen football. Top scorers include Soltanguuly Amannazarov and Andrey Konyukhov. Standouts: goalkeeper Guliklych Durdyev from Ahal and midfielder Myrat Annayev. Ahal and Altyn Asyr lead in wins.