The Misli Premier League kicked off on August 14, but it wasn't until the 30th that we truly felt the excitement and atmosphere of the tournament. The main reason for this is well known: Kəpəz has finally returned to its home ground at the Ganja City Stadium.
It has been proven once again that fans are half, if not the greatest driving force of football. The atmosphere in the stands and the support from the fans felt more like a prestigious European cup match than a regular domestic league fixture. The magnificent backing from Ganja's football supporters significantly raised the tempo of the contest and the overall quality of the game. In the first 15 minutes, Turan Tovuz seemed to have a serious advantage on the pitch, but the hosts gradually regrouped and managed to restore balance in the game. By the end of the first half, Kəpəz had increased its dangerous and consecutive attacks in front of the opponent's goal.
Among the home side, Namiq Alaskerov and Kennet Kalunga stood out with their active movements and attacking options at unexpected moments. It would be unfair to say that the other players in the team performed poorly. The main issue for the visiting Turan Tovuz side lies directly with the attacking line. The problem is not just in failing to convert chances and score goals, but also in not being able to apply the necessary pressure on the opponent's defence. Neither Jo Batista nor Ibrahima Vaci, unfortunately, have been able to deliver the expected impact despite receiving repeated opportunities on the pitch.
Kəpəz is set to face a very favourable schedule in the upcoming rounds. The Ganja representatives will play their next three matches at home in Ganja. The opponents will be Shamakhi, Gabala, and Sumgait in succession. The enthusiastic fans, who provide incredible support to the team at home, expect Kəpəz to collect at least 7 points from these three crucial fixtures.


