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Aghasalim Mirjavadov, a member of the AFFA Coaches Committee, has shared his views on Azerbaijan’s UEFA Nations League match against Liechtenstein.
He said he expects nothing less than a win and described Azerbaijan’s failure to defeat the opponent at home as a coincidence. According to Mirjavadov, Azerbaijan dominated for all 90 minutes of the previous match and did not allow the opponents any clear chances. He said the tension during that game should serve as a lesson.
The expert said the team needs to play more calmly and composedly and make the most of its chances. He noted that Liechtenstein’s artificial pitch could give the hosts an advantage, but said Azerbaijani players are also accustomed to playing on such surfaces and he did not expect this factor to have a major impact. In his view, Azerbaijan should have more possession and control the flow of the game. He added that failing to win would not be a tragedy; the main thing is for the team to give its all on the pitch.
Mirjavadov said AFFA organizes training camps and away trips to a high standard and provides the necessary conditions. He also stressed that clubs should give opportunities to local players, particularly young and promising ones.
The Liechtenstein-Azerbaijan match will be played in Vaduz on November 13, kicking off at 23:45 Baku time.
