Azerbaijan Premier League: FK Gilan Gabala 1-3 FC Neftci Baku. FC Neftci Baku produced a strong second-half performance to defeat FK Gilan Gabala 3-1 on the road. The first half was a cagey affair, with Gabala taking a narrow lead just before the break. Neftci Baku, one of Azerbaijan's traditional powers, responded emphatically after the interval. They leveled the score within five minutes of the restart and then took the lead through a stunning long-range strike. Gabala's resistance was broken, and Neftci added a third on the counter-attack in the final minutes to put a gloss on the scoreline. The victory solidifies Neftci Baku's position in the upper echelons of the Premier League, while Gabala's inconsistent form at home continues to be a concern.