Match Summary
Qarabag defeated Qabala 2:1. The match was played in Premyer Liqa 2016. Goals were scored by F. Ozobić 64′, Richard 87′ (pen.), D. Ndlovu 90′. Qarabag made 3 substitutions, Qabala made 0.
Match Events
Key match events between Qarabag and Qabala — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Lineups
Qarabag lined up in a — formation under Q. Qurbanov, while Qabala deployed a — under R. Grigorchuk.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Qarabag is 6.40, compared to — for Qabala. 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. Qarabag's highest-rated starter is B. Hüseynov (6.40), while Qabala's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
Qarabag field 11 midfielders averaging 6.40, versus Qabala's 11 rated —. 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 76% for Qarabag and —% for Qabala. 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 Qarabag's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: B. Hüseynov (34), oldest: B. Hüseynov (34)), while Qabala average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Qarabag's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Qabala. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Qarabag have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Qabala show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Qarabag vs Qabala Head to Head Results
Qarabag and Qabala have met 63 times — Qarabag won 38, Qabala won 11, with 14 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Qarabag leads the head-to-head with 38 victories from 63 meetings. A combined 155 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.46 per match (111 for the home side, 44 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 26 matches (41%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 30 games (48%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Qarabag are currently unbeaten in the last 9 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2013.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (63)
API data: 21 Apr 2026