SUMQAYIT, Azerbaijan (Interstat) — Turan began its Premyer Liqa campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Araz-Naxçıvan PFK on Friday, April 17, 2026, at SOCAR Polymer Arena. The visitors defied a pregame projection that favored a closer match, delivering a shutout performance. Ibrahima Wadji opened the scoring in the 71st minute, breaking a prolonged deadlock. Teammate Jo then sealed the result with two late goals, striking in the 82nd minute and again in second-half stoppage time. The win gives Turan a perfect start to the domestic season, while the home side must regroup after a defeat in its opener.