Qarabağ Maintain Perfect Start with Convincing 2-0 Victory over FC Copenhagen

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, | Updated: October 2, 2025

Qarabag players celebrate after scoring in the Champions League

Key Takeaways:

Qarabağ recorded their second consecutive group stage win in the Champions League last night
The Azerbaijani champions defeated FC Copenhagen 2:0 in Baku
Zoubir and substitute Emmanuel Addai provided the goals for Gurban Gurbanov’s side

Match Overview

Qarabağ continued their impressive Champions League campaign by securing another three points at home, following up their earlier shock victory against Benfica. This time, the Azerbaijani champions overcame Danish visitors FC Copenhagen with a disciplined 2:0 result in Baku, cementing their status as group contenders with a full complement of points after two matches.

Qarabağ go two wins from two 👊#UCL pic.twitter.com/WJ25UMAduR
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) October 1, 2025

First Half Dominance and Early Breakthrough

From the outset, Qarabağ asserted themselves, carving out a promising chance in the 11th minute. The captain, Zoubir, found space but was unable to hit the target. Opportunities were at a premium for both sides as Copenhagen’s defensive line absorbed several Qarabağ deliveries into the area. The breakthrough came in the 28th minute when the FC Copenhagen goalkeeper parried Kochalski’s effort, only for Pedro Bicalho to react quickly. His shot struck the post, ricocheting to Zoubir, who made no mistake in opening the scoring.

Key Chances and Goalkeeper Performances

FC Copenhagen nearly responded immediately, as Elyounoussi went close moments after the opening goal, but his attempt crept narrowly wide. Qarabağ continued to dictate play, testing Kotarski in the Danish goal on several occasions, only to be thwarted by his reflexes and positioning.

Second Half Development and Late Decisive Strike

Following the interval, the visitors increased their attacking intent, compelling Qarabağ’s keeper Kochalski into action, highlighted by a sharp save from Larsson’s header in the 63rd minute. Despite these spells of pressure, clear chances for the Danes remained limited.

The hosts secured the result in the 83rd minute as substitute Emmanuel Addai exploited a late opening to double the lead, ensuring Qarabağ’s perfect start to the group stage remained intact.