The 49-year-old Lithuanian coach of Baku’s Sabah club secured a significant victory after defeating Beer Sheva’s Hapoel team with a 5:2 scoreline in extra time, resulting in a 6:4 overall series win. The match featured a dramatic turnaround, as many observers doubted the Sabah team’s chances of advancing to the next stage of the competition. The tension was palpable in the final minutes of regulation play.
With the score tied at 2:2, the Israeli side seemed satisfied with their result. However, Sabah retained a final opportunity via a corner kick. Tymoteusz Puchacz delivered the ball, which traveled beyond the defensive line.
The breakthrough came when Telluras Mutallimovov capitalized on the opportunity, scoring with a technically proficient and powerful strike to equalize the momentum. The subsequent action proved decisive. The momentum shift allowed Sabah to build an insurmountable lead, culminating in the extra-time victory.
This success marks a major achievement for the club as they advance deeper into the continental competition. The victory positions the team strongly as they aim to challenge for the champions title in the upcoming league fixtures. The performance underscores the club’s resilience and ability to perform under high-stakes pressure, signaling a strong run in the tournament structure.
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