Aykhan Abbasov highlights importance of win after Tajikistan friendly
Azerbaijan head coach Aykhan Abbasov praised his side's 1-0 friendly win over Tajikistan in Baku, noting it provided a crucial boost in motivation ahead of their trip to Lithuania.
Azerbaijan defeated Tajikistan 1-0 in a friendly match held in Baku. Head coach Ayxan Abbasov stated after the game that the team needed a victory for motivation while utilizing a mixed squad.
During the encounter, Farid Yusifli made his debut for the national team, while Abdulla Xaybullayev and Mahir Emreli sustained injuries. Tacikistan head coach İqor Angelovski congratulated Azerbaijan on the win and noted that both sides had scoring opportunities.
Abbasov also mentioned that the team will prepare differently for their upcoming match against Lithuania.
Written by Caspian Eleven from Arena.az's report. The facts are theirs; the wording is ours.