"Indeed, we started our preparations earlier. It has been a month since the European competitions. We played well against Sumgait. Today was Neftchi's day. Araz-Nakhchivan has been sufficiently renewed. I know their coach and players. I had advised caution. We were pressing well in the first half, which is why the score ended up like this. I wish Araz the best, except for the match against Neftchi.

This was stated by Yuri Vernidub after the Misli Premier League match between Neftchi and Araz-Nakhchivan, which ended 5-0.

On the missed episodes:

"After being 4-0 up at half-time, it becomes difficult to stay focused. Emil Balayev made three critical saves and denied one one-on-one. This means we need to work on certain aspects to prevent such situations from arising."

On the successful start:

"I thank the players in the team. I was anxious after the game against Dinamo, but we are playing well. That is the most important thing. The away match against Zirə will also be tough. It is too early to 'fly in the skies'."

On reserve team member Aslan Shirinov:

"Three of our youth players are training with us. I want to help the young players and coaches. It was a memorable victory for him. He needs to work harder. He is a talented, fast, and eager player. I thought it was necessary to give him a chance."