

Qarabag defeated Shkendija 1-0 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round tie at Toše Proeski Arena.
Toral Bayramov converted a left-footed penalty for Qarabag in the first half, which proved to be the match's only goal.
The second leg will be played at Qarabag's home ground on 12 August 2025, with the aggregate winner advancing to the Champions League playoff round.