The second match of the Misli Premier League for the 2026 season has concluded in Baku. Operative Information Center-OMM reports that Neftchi faced Zira at its home stadium, with the match ending in a 0-0 draw.
In the opening match of the round, Imishli and Araz-Nakhchivan also shared points in a high-scoring 2-2 draw. Despite several opportunities for both sides in the Neftchi-Zira encounter, neither team managed to break the deadlock, resulting in a single point for each club in the early stages of the league standings.
The Misli Premier League is the top professional football division in Azerbaijan, featuring the country's leading clubs competing for the national title and spots in European competitions. Neftchi, one of Azerbaijan's most successful and historic clubs, continues to be a primary contender in the league, which has seen significant infrastructure investment and increased competitiveness in recent years.