Sabah Baku secured a narrow 1-0 victory over FC Neftci Baku in an Azerbaijan Premier League clash on May 24, 2025. The match, which kicked off at 23:30 local time, was decided by a single goal, a result that carries significant weight in the domestic league table and the rivalry between the two Baku-based clubs. The only goal of the game came in the second half, with Sabah's forward breaking the deadlock after a period of sustained pressure. The Neftci defense, typically resolute, was caught out by a well-worked move down the flank and a precise finish inside the box. The away side pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but Sabah's goalkeeper made a crucial save in stoppage time to preserve the clean sheet and all three points. This result strengthens Sabah's position in the upper half of the standings, while Neftci will be disappointed to leave empty-handed from a tightly contested derby. The managers acknowledged the fine margins, with Sabah's coach praising his team's discipline and Neftci's lamenting a lack of cutting edge in the final third.