Champions League: Qarabağ FK chase glory in historic Newcastle clash

Azerbaijan's Qarabağ FK will take the field today in a historic UEFA Champions League play-off clash against Newcastle United FC.

The Azerbaijani champions, led by head coach Gurban Gurbanov, will host the English side at the Tofig Bahramov Republican Stadium. Kick-off is set for 21:45 (GMT+4).

Norwegian referee Espen Eskås has been appointed to oversee the match.

The return leg will take place in England at 00:00 (GMT+4) on February 25.

Qarabağ reached the play-off stage after an impressive performance in the league phase, becoming the first Azerbaijani club to advance this far in the UEFA Champions League.

Stabil.Az