FC Neftci Baku vs FK Gilan Gabala

FK Neftchi held a grudge against FK Qabala after suffering defeat at the last meeting, and this weekend the chance to retort arrived. This time they fought on match day 21 at Bakcell Arena.

Last October’s match was won by Qabala as the host with a 3-1 position. In fact, they had to play with 10 people since 67 minutes following the expulsion of Tamkin Khalilzada, but Neftchi could only make a goal on 94 minutes.

The situation has changed because currently Neftchi occupies the top position of the Premier League with 44 points. They remained there after opening 2 matches this month with a 3-0 and 1-2 win over Sabah FK and Sumqayit. Meanwhile, Qabala is still struggling in 4th place with 28 points after starting this month with a 1-1 draw against Zira, then winning 2-1 over Sabail.

Parties over Sabah specifically helped Neftchi win 7 wins, 2 draws, and only lost 1 as a Premier League host so far. Conversely, the draw at Zira’s headquarters made Qabala enjoy only 2 wins and 3 draws, while the remaining 5 lost away.

In addition to completing revenge, tomorrow’s victory in the match will help Neftchi to secure the top of the table which is currently trailed by 2 points by Qarabag FK. Qabala is certain to receive a warm welcome in Bakcell after the last 2 visits were buried with a score of 2-1 and 1-0.

Our Prediction: 1

Odds: 1.67