UCL: Qarabag Edges FC Copenhagen 2-0 in Champions League Thriller
Qarabag secured a 2-0 win over FC Copenhagen in the UEFA Champions League, with Abdellah Zoubir scoring the decisive goal.
Copenhagen failed to capitalize on their chances, with Robert Silva's side-footed finish going wide, and struggled to break down Qarabag's defense...
Qarabag continued their impressive Champions League campaign with a 2-0 victory over FC Copenhagen in Baku, marking their second consecutive win in the prestigious competition. This win follows their thrilling 3-2 away win against Benfica on matchday one, where they showcased their skills and determination.
Despite being considered underdogs by many to qualify for the knockout stages, QarabaÄŸ exuded confidence after their stunning win against Benfica. The team's performance against Copenhagen demonstrated their growth and ability to capitalize on opponents' mistakes. Emmanuel Addai sealed the win with a stunning strike in the final 15 minutes, while Abdellah Zoubir's efforts earned him the official Man of the Match award.
The home team asserted their dominance in the first half, pinning their Danish opponents back and creating scoring opportunities. The breakthrough came midway through the half when Pedro Bicalho's long-range shot hit the post. Fortunately, Abdellah Zoubir was on hand to tap the rebound into the empty net, sparking jubilant scenes among the home crowd.
Despite their limited attacking threat, Copenhagen had a chance to equalize almost immediately after the goal. A swift break led to Robert Silva picking out Mohamed Elyounoussi in the box, but he failed to capitalize on the opportunity, screwing his side-footed finish wide. This miss seemed to energize the home team's attack, and Zoubir narrowly missed doubling the lead with a close-range header that was expertly tipped over the bar by Dominik Kotarski.
The visitors were fortunate to head into halftime trailing by just a single goal. Leandro Andrade's shot was heading towards the target but was blocked on the line by Marcos López, a crucial intervention that denied Copenhagen an equalizer.
Copenhagen's manager, Jacob Neestrup, made two substitutions at halftime in an attempt to turn the tide of the game. While the changes seemed to give the visitors more control, they struggled to create clear-cut chances. It wasn't until after the hour mark that they had their first significant opportunity, but Jordan Larsson's header was comfortably saved by Mateusz Kochalski, keeping the score unchanged.
With this win, Qarabag joins an elite group of teams, including Inter Milan, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid, as one of the only teams to start their campaign with two wins from two matches. This achievement highlights Qarabag's strong performance and determination in the Champions League.
Qarabağ go two wins from two 👊#UCL pic.twitter.com/WJ25UMAduR
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) October 1, 2025
Meanwhile, FC Copenhagen faces a tough challenge ahead, having managed to secure only one point from their opening two games. The Danish side will need to regroup and reassess their strategy to bounce back stronger in the competition. Abdellah Zoubir opened the scoring for Qarabag in the 28th minute, and Emmanuel Addai's late goal sealed the win for the home team.
Match Summary
Qarabag secured a 2-0 win over FC Copenhagen in the UEFA Champions League, with Abdellah Zoubir scoring the decisive goal. Despite Copenhagen's efforts, they couldn't capitalize on their chances, ultimately losing the match.
Next Fixture
Qarabag will face Athletic Bilbao on October 22, 2025, looking to maintain their winning streak in the Champions League
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