17 October 2021 at 14:45
Match Summary
Qarabag defeated Sabah FA 2:1. The match was played in Premyer Liqa 2021. Goals were scored by F. Ozobić 43′, A. Zoubir 51′, A. Isaev 65′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Sabah FA made 3 substitutions, Qarabag made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sabah FA and Qarabag — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Sabah FA lined up in a — formation under R. Guliyev, while Qarabag deployed a — under Q. Qurbanov.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sabah FA is —, compared to 6.72 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. Sabah FA's highest-rated starter is —, while Qarabag's best-rated player is K. Medina (6.82).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sabah FA have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Qarabag's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by A. Zoubir (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Sabah FA field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Qarabag's 11 rated 6.72. 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 Sabah FA and 79% 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.
Discipline
Sabah FA's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Qarabag. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sabah FA's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Qarabag average 30.0 (youngest: T. Bayramov (24), oldest: A. Zoubir (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
Sabah FA's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 8 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sabah FA have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Qarabag show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sabah FA vs Qarabag Head to Head Results
Sabah FA and Qarabag have met 5 times — Sabah FA won 3, Qarabag won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sabah FA leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 5 meetings. A combined 17 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.40 per match (10 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (80%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sabah FA are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (5)
API data: 21 Apr 2026