1 May 2016 at 15:00

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Match Summary

Qarabag defeated Zira 2:0. The match was played in Premyer Liqa 2015. Goals were scored by Dani Quintana 28′, Reynaldo 74′. Zira made 3 substitutions, Qarabag made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Zira and Qarabag — 2 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Zira
Qarabag
Kick Off
28′
Dani Quintana
Half Time
46′
S. ArmenterosReynaldo
N. BonillaTato
62′
66′
RichardMíchel
V. IgbekoyiN. Qurbanov
75′
77′
Ə. İsmayılovM. Mədətov
I. IvanovićT. Xəlilzadə
84′
Full Time

Lineups

Zira lined up in a — formation, while Qarabag deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Zira is —, compared to 6.40 for Qarabag. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Zira's highest-rated starter is —, while Qarabag's best-rated player is B. Hüseynov (6.40).

Midfield Control

Zira field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Qarabag's 11 rated 6.40. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Zira and 76% for Qarabag. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of Zira's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Qarabag average 34.0 (youngest: B. Hüseynov (34), oldest: B. Hüseynov (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Zira's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 2 for Qarabag. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

ZiraPosition StrengthQarabag
Avg Rating
6.40
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.40
0G 0A0G 0A
Zira
1MidfielderA. Nəzirov
37MidfielderJ. Krneta
13MidfielderA. Şemonayev
5MidfielderA. Nağıyev
60MidfielderE. Məmmədov
6MidfielderV. Mustafayev
11MidfielderV. Igbekoyi
10MidfielderI. Ivanović
19MidfielderN. Novruzov
9MidfielderN. Bonilla
14MidfielderT. Mütəllimov
Qarabag
13MidfielderI. Šehić
14MidfielderR.F. Sadıqov
25MidfielderA. Agolli
2MidfielderQ. Qarayev
55MidfielderB. Hüseynov6.4
18Midfielderİ. Qurbanov
10MidfielderDani Quintana
22MidfielderƏ. İsmayılov
20MidfielderRichard
91MidfielderC. Diniyev
90MidfielderS. Armenteros

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Zira have recorded 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 defeats. Qarabag show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Zira

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Qarabag

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Zira vs Qarabag Head to Head Results

Zira and Qarabag have met 42 times — Zira won 2, Qarabag won 27, with 13 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Qarabag leads the head-to-head with 27 victories from 42 meetings. A combined 110 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.62 per match (25 for the home side, 85 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (43%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 18 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Qarabag are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–7 in 2022.

2

Zira

13

Drawn

27

Qarabag

Goals: 25Goals: 85

Recent Meetings (42)

14 Mar 2026Zira1 – 3Qarabag
6 Dec 2025Zira1 – 1Qarabag
12 Sept 2025Qarabag1 – 1Zira
6 Apr 2025Qarabag1 – 0Zira
2 Feb 2025Zira3 – 2Qarabag
10 Nov 2024Qarabag4 – 0Zira
1 Sept 2024Zira1 – 3Qarabag
2 Jun 2024Qarabag2 – 1Zira
11 May 2024Zira0 – 1Qarabag
10 Mar 2024Qarabag3 – 1Zira
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 21 Apr 2026