Baku: In an intense Champions League match at Baku’s Tofiq Bahramov Stadium, Ajax emerged victorious with a 4-2 win against Qarabag FK. The match saw Qarabag taking an early lead before Ajax staged a remarkable comeback, as reported by APA.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, Qarabag’s Camilo Dur¡n opened the scoring in the 10th minute, and Matheus Silva doubled the lead in the 47th minute. However, Ajax responded with goals from Kasper Dolberg in the 39th minute, Anton Gaei in the 83rd minute, and two crucial strikes from Oscar Gloukh in the 79th and 90th minutes, which sealed the win for Ajax.
Initially, Qarabag impressed with their organized defense and quick transitions, using effective wing play to gain an advantage. However, Ajax’s high pressing and attacking fluidity eventually turned the match in their favor.
This victory marks another triumph for Ajax over Qarabag, following their 3-0 win in Baku during last season’s Europa League. Qarabag continues to seek its first win against a Dutch club in European competitions.
The match saw Ajax taking the lead for the first time at 3-2, as APA reports highlighted the Dutch side’s ability to capitalize on a defensive lapse by Qarabag. This goal shifted the match’s momentum, prompting Qarabag to push forward in search of an equalizer.
Despite Qarabag’s efforts to regain the lead and their brief advantage at 2-1, Ajax’s subsequent equalizer and eventual victory demonstrated their resilience and tactical prowess. The match maintained a fast pace and high intensity, with both teams striving for a decisive result.
Qarabag’s determined play initially gave them the upper hand, but Ajax’s persistence and strategic response ensured their comeback and eventual victory in this crucial European encounter.