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Champions League 2025-2026: Qarabag-Ajax, the likely lineups

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Qarabag returns to the pitch against Ajax in the sixth day of the Champions LEague. Kickoff at 6:45 p.m. at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium in Baku. Azerbaijanis hunting for redemption after the away loss to Napoli, their second in their last three appearances, but still in the play-off zone with 7 points in the standings, just like the Azzurri. Opposite situation for Ajax, also defeated by Benfica and still stuck with zero points after five days, the tail end of the group.

Aldo SeghedoniFireworks and flares on the field: suspended Ajax match. Photo

Fireworks and flares on the field: suspended the match of the'Ajax
Impressive fireworks display tacked on by Amsterdam club fans
The'referee was forced to interrupt the match against Groningen because of smoke
The tribute for a missing fan became a fireworks show that prevented the game
Smoke, flares and firecracker residue on the field: impossible to continue playing
The match director was forced to interrupt the game to allow officials to clean up the field
The'referee also had to wait for the smoke to clear before ordering the resumption of play

The teams returned to the locker room for over half'hour, then returned to the field

A new throwing of firecrackers forced the'referee to suspend the match again, this time permanently
The match will be played Tuesday behind closed doors.
L'Ajax has officially excused itself via a statement also shared on social by the club
"L'Ajax believes that what happened tonight at the stadium is absolutely scandalous. We apologize to everyone who was somehow involved"

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On the tactical level, Qarabag should confirm the set-up seen in Naples: Duran will act as the offensive terminal, supported on the three-quarter by Addai, Zoubir and Andrade. Midfield dike formed by Jankovic and Bicalho

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Ajax’s condition is instead being assessed for Weghorst, who is struggling with an ankle problem: the center forward is likely to forfeit, with Dolberg ready to play from the first minute. Bounida and Godts are expected to complete the forward front.

Probable lineups

Qarabag (4-2-3-1): Kochalski; Silva, Mustafazade, Medina Renteria, Ceferquliyev,; Jankovic, Bicalho; Addai, Zoubir, Andrade; Duran. Coach: Gurbanov.

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Ajax (4-3-3): Jaroš; Gaaei, Bowman, Baas, Wijndal; Klaassen, Itakura, Gloukh; Bounida, Dolberg, Godts. Coach: Grim.

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