In a dramatic Champions League clash at Baku’s Tofiq Bahramov Stadium, Qarabağ grabbed an early lead, but Ajax staged a thrilling comeback to win 4-2, APA reports.
Camilo Durán opened the scoring for Qarabağ in the 10th minute, and Matheus Silva doubled their advantage in the 47th. Ajax responded with Kasper Dolberg (39’), Anton Gaei (83’), and Oscar Gloukh, who scored twice (79’, 90’), sealing the comeback.
Qarabağ impressed early with organised defence, quick transitions, and wing play, but Ajax’s high pressing and attacking fluidity turned the match around.
The two sides met last season in the Europa League, with Ajax winning 3–0 in Baku. Qarabağ are still chasing their first win over a Dutch club in European competition.
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The Dutch Ajax has taken the lead for the first time in the match, making the score Qarabağ 2 – 3 Ajax, APA reports.
After an intense exchange of attacks, the Dutch side capitalized on a defensive lapse and converted their chance, shifting the momentum in their favour. The goal has added further drama to an already high-pressure encounter, with Qarabağ now urgently pushing forward to find an equalizer.
The match continues at a fast, emotional pace as both teams fight for a decisive result.
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The Azerbaijani side struck back with a well-crafted attack, restoring their advantage and bringing the score to Qarabağ 2 – Ajax 1, APA reports.
The goal electrified the stadium, reaffirming Qarabağ’s determination and tactical maturity in this crucial European match.
Ajax, now trailing for the second time, is intensifying its efforts to respond, while Qarabağ is pushing to consolidate its lead.
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Following Qarabağ’s opening goal, the Dutch side responded with increased pressure and eventually found the back of the net, bringing the match to 1–1, APA reports.
The equalizer has shifted the tempo, with both teams now playing with heightened intensity in this tightly contested European showdown.
The momentum is balanced once again, and the outcome remains wide open as the match continues.
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The breakthrough came after sustained attacking pressure from the Azerbaijani side, whose dynamic and controlled play finally paid off, APA reports.
The goal ignited celebrations in the stands as Qarabağ took a 1–0 lead over Ajax in this crucial European encounter.
With momentum now in Qarabağ’s favour, the match has intensified, and Ajax is pushing to respond quickly. The goal significantly boosts Qarabağ’s chances as they continue their fight for a decisive victory.