FC Neftci Baku suffered a narrow 0-1 home defeat to Turan Tovuz in an Azerbaijan Premier League match that kicked off at 00:30 on August 30, 2025. The solitary goal from the visitors secured a valuable away victory, dealing a blow to Neftci's early-season ambitions at their home ground. Turan Tovuz scored the decisive goal in the second half, capitalizing on a defensive error to break the deadlock in a match that had been tightly contested. The home side, Neftci Baku, created several chances but were unable to find a way past a resolute Turan defense and an inspired goalkeeper. This result provided a significant boost for Turan Tovuz in the league table, moving them clear of the relegation zone, while Neftci missed an opportunity to climb into the top half of the standings. The Neftci manager expressed frustration at his team's lack of cutting edge, while the Turan coach praised his team's discipline and fighting spirit. The starting XI for Neftci Baku featured their typical attacking lineup, while Turan Tovuz set up in a compact 4-5-1 formation to secure the points.