5 April 2026 at 14:00
Match Summary
Neftchi Baku defeated Sumqayıt 3:1. The match was played in Premyer Liqa 2025. Goals were scored by F. Vargas 36′ (pen.), N. Ninkovic 53′, I. Mathew 65′, V. Aboubakar 89′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Sumqayıt made 5 substitutions, Neftchi Baku made 5. VAR was involved: Goal Disallowed - offside (F. Vargas 9′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sumqayıt and Neftchi Baku — 4 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
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Lineups
Sumqayıt lined up in a — formation under Sasa Ilic, while Neftchi Baku deployed a — under Yuri Vernidub.
Midfield Control
Sumqayıt field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Neftchi Baku'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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sumqayıt's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Neftchi Baku average 31.0 (youngest: K. Piric (31), oldest: K. Piric (31)). 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
Sumqayıt's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 18 for Neftchi Baku. 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, Sumqayıt have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Neftchi Baku show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sumqayıt vs Neftchi Baku Head to Head Results
Sumqayıt and Neftchi Baku have met 2 times — Sumqayıt won 0, Neftchi Baku won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Neftchi Baku leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 21 Apr 2026