Eskhata Football Club

Khujand’s second team

Eskhata represent Khujand, one of Tajikistan’s major football centres. Their name is associated with the bank of the same name, and the Bankers nickname has become firmly established. They compete alongside the more decorated Khujand club, creating a city derby.

Cup success

Eskhata reached the 2025 Tajikistan Cup final, where they lost 5–0 to Regar-TadAZ. They made another deep run the following year, losing in the 2026 semi-finals to eventual finalists Sardor of Tursunzoda.

Youth development and the 2026 season

Eskhata focus on developing local players while continuing to compete in the Higher League. Farrukh Marofiev coaches the team in 2026. In early November they were in the lower half of the table, with a chance to improve their position in the closing stages.