Today, Azerbaijani clubs kicked off their 2025/2026 European campaign.
The first representative to take the field was Sabah, Idman.biz reports.
The Azerbaijan Cup winners made their UEFA Europa League debut against Slovenian side Celje in the first qualifying round. Despite starting well and taking the lead twice, Sabah couldn’t hold on for the win. The visitors equalized both times and netted the winner in stoppage time.
UEFA Europa League
First qualifying round, First Leg
July 10
20:00 — Sabah 2–3 Celje
Goals: Pavol Safranko (3', 18' pen.) – Franko Kovacevic (8', 48'), Darko Hrka (90+3)
Referee: Daniyar Sakhi (Kazakhstan)
The return leg is scheduled for July 17.
Idman.biz