President Ilham Aliyev has congratulated the Sabah football club on qualifying for the group stage of the UEFA Champions League.

According to Offsideplus.az, the head of state shared this news on his X account:

"I sincerely congratulate the Sabah football club on achieving a magnificent victory and qualifying for the group stage of the UEFA Champions League.

The fact that a newly established team has achieved such a significant accomplishment in a short period of time brings special joy and pride. The consecutive qualification of our clubs to compete in the world's strongest club tournament is yet another clear indicator of the progress Azerbaijan has made in all areas and our country's position as a sports nation.

I wish the Sabah club new victories and successes in the upcoming matches!"