Formed in 2017, the champions of Azerbaijan are set to become the youngest side in history to play in Europe’s top continental competition, with Old Trafford the scene of their bow.
Very much exploring new surroundings, Sabah – who play out of the 9,000-seater Bank Respublika Arena in Mazasir – become just the second Azerbaijani side ever to qualify for the Champions League, following Qarabag’s recent exploits.
It was not an easy journey for the debutants who won the Azerbaijani league last year, nine points ahead of Qarabag.
That only earned them a spot in the qualifying rounds of this competition.
Since…
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