Azerbaijan vs Tajikistan: Summary, Lineups, Stats

A crucial contest in the lower half of the World International Friendlies table takes place at - on 23 September 2026, where Azerbaijan host Tajikistan. Kickoff is scheduled for 18:00 CET. With both sides currently battling near the relegation zone, this fixture could play an important role in the survival race.

Azerbaijan are under pressure after a string of poor results. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

Meanwhile, Tajikistan are struggling badly and finding it hard to turn things around. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.

There is little difference in Tajikistan's performance across venues.

Azerbaijan have been extremely solid at the back, regularly keeping opponents out. Opponents are finding it hard to break them down.

In contrast, Tajikistan have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Tajikistan's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Azerbaijan's matches have generally been low-scoring affairs. Breaking down games has been a challenge.

Also, Tajikistan have been involved in low-scoring games recently. They often prioritise defensive structure.

Tajikistan's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

Azerbaijan show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

In contrast, Tajikistan have had serious issues in attack, frequently failing to score in recent matches. They urgently need to improve their attacking efficiency.

There is little difference in Tajikistan's scoring output across venues.