Tajikistan finish third as new faces get exposure

Come and get me: Tajikistan winger Alisher Shukurov tries to thwart a Filipino player during the game. — FAM

PETALING JAYA: Coach Geli Shekiladze is not surprised with Tajikistan’s third place finish in the Merdeka Tournament.

In the third-fourth match playoff at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil yesterday, Tajikistan defeated the Philippines 4-3 in the penalty after the regulation match ended in a goalless draw.