Sabah, the reigning champions of the Misli Premier League, hosted Kapaz in the opening match of the current season.

According to Offsideplus.az, the Owls, who have advanced to the UEFA Champions League play-off round, were determined to make a successful start to the domestic campaign.

Valdas Dambrauskas' side managed to do just that, securing a 2-0 victory over the Ganja team.

MPL, Round 1

August 15 (Saturday)

Sabah – Kapaz 2:0

Goals: Joy-Lance Mickels, 72 (penalty), Xander Severina, 90+1.