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"Aykhan Abbasov, as a local expert, knows all the players better than anyone else."
These words were said by Leandro Gomes, former forward of the Azerbaijan national team, during an interview with sportal.az.
He spoke about the change of head coach in our national team. In addition, Gomes spoke about the national team's upcoming matches in the qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup:
"I saw Aykhan Abbasov's appointment as the new head coach. Of course, the appointment of a local expert as the head coach of the national team is encouraging. Therefore, I congratulate him, AFFA, and the fans. In any case, it's a positive moment. Because Aykhan Abbasov, as a local expert, knows all the players better and understands them better. During the games, the players also become more confident.
The Azerbaijan national team was very confident and combative in the match against Ukraine. There are still matches against France, Iceland, and Ukraine ahead. In any case, all of them are difficult matches. It will be doubly difficult against France. But we must believe. I believe that our national team will perform successfully under the leadership of Aykhan Abbasov. Of course, if there is more time to work, if support is provided, then Aykhan Abbasov can definitely achieve good results with the national team. In any case, let's wait. I look at this appointment with hope and believe in the future of the Azerbaijan national team."
