KHANKENDI, Azerbaijan (Interstat) — Mingachevir defeated host Khankendi 1-0, using Khalil Bashirov’s 63rd-minute goal to secure the result. Bashirov logged 90 minutes and finished with one goal. The visitors’ season record in this competition is now 1-2, and their overall record also stands at 1-2. Khankendi’s competition record is now 1-1-1, matching its overall mark. Mingachevir had previously lost to Shimal and MOIK Baku this season, while Khankendi had beaten Sahdag Qusar and drawn with Shimal. Khankendi pressed for an equalizer but could not break through, and Mingachevir held on for the win. The match remained scoreless until Bashirov struck after halftime, and the single goal proved decisive. Mingachevir earned its first win in the competition and across all competitions this season after earlier defeats. Khankendi could not find a response in the closing stages. Mingachevir managed the closing minutes without conceding. The visitors’ defense protected the narrow lead through the final whistle.