The first-leg matches of the Azerbaijan Cup semifinal stage have concluded, featuring a high-stakes encounter between two of the country's top football clubs.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that in the second match of the day, Garabagh hosted Sabah at the Tofiq Bahramov Republican Stadium in Baku. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, leaving the tie wide open for the return leg. Kadi Borges netted twice for the Aghdam-based side, while Umarali Rakhmonaliyev responded with a brace for the visitors.
In the day's opening fixture, Zira secured a 2-0 victory over Turan Tovuz, gaining a significant advantage ahead of the next round. The return matches for the semifinal stage are scheduled to take place on April 21-22, which will determine the finalists for the prestigious national trophy.
The Azerbaijan Cup is one of the most prominent football competitions in Azerbaijan, providing the winner with a pathway to European club competitions. Garabagh, representing the liberated city of Aghdam, remains the most successful club in the tournament's history, while Sabah has emerged in recent years as a formidable contender in the national league and cup formats.
