Zir? FK 2, Araz-Naxcivan PFK 3

SUMQAYIT, Azerbaijan (Interstat) — Araz-Naxçıvan PFK opened its Premyer Liqa season with a 3-2 victory over Zirə FK on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at SOCAR Polymer Arena, overcoming an Interstat game simulator projection that had favored the visitors. The home side struck first in the 15th minute when Patrick Andrade found the net, setting an early tone. Zirə responded in the 32nd minute, Felipe Santos equalizing to level the match at 1-1 heading into halftime. Araz-Naxçıvan reclaimed the lead in the 69th minute off a goal from Ruan Renato, but Zirə again answered quickly, Ramon Machado scoring in the 73rd… Read more...