In a historic match for Azerbaijani football, Qarabag secured a significant victory over Braga with a final score of 3-1 in Portugal. This win is being hailed as one of the biggest in Azerbaijan's football history. The match, part of the UEL & UECL knockout stages, saw Qarabag travel approximately 3,500km to face Braga on Portugal's west coast, marking the biggest away day of the knockout stages. Despite a prediction of a 3-1 win for Braga with Horta expected to score, Qarabag defied expectations. Their performance was highlighted by a 'surprise goal' due to Braga's tactical error, showcasing Qarabag's resilience and strategic gameplay. This victory stands as a testament to Qarabag's skill and determination, marking a memorable night for Azerbaijani football.
Panthers are 4-0-1 on the second half of back-to-backs this season, giving up 1 or fewer goals in four of those games.
Really strong first half for the Canadiens, especially defensively. Not giving up much of anything yet.
Braga's tactic hilariously backfires and gifts Qarabag a surprise goal https://t.co/hnCgOiGJf5
Goaal! Qarabag is running riot in Portugal. Braga 1-3 Qarabag. The Horsemen on their way to seal biggest victory in Azerbaijan's football history. Top class stuff.
Qarabag is up again 2-1 in Portugal. Historic night for Azerbaijani football.
Surprisingly, good first half from Qarabag despite shaky defence. Braga are no mugs.
I wonder when the Qarabağ supporters buses needed to leave for their game in Braga tonight https://t.co/sPKDSAd4fk https://t.co/dErvq43wuF
Prediction for today: Braga 3:1 Qarabag. Horta to score.
Good luck to Qarabag against Braga. https://t.co/PIJaOErmeV
🇦🇿✈️🇵🇹 The biggest away day of the UEL & UECL knockout stages sees Qarabağ make a 3,500km journey to Braga on Portugal's west coast 📷↗️ 🇸🇰🚌🇦🇹 By contrast, the shortest away day sees Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava travel only 173km to Graz in neighbouring Austria 📷↘️ https://t.co/omQhTktF8i