After "Sabah", the closest follower, increased the point difference with "Qarabagh" to 10, many experts and fans began to declare the capital club champion ahead of time.
Idman.Biz reports that Mahmud Gurbanov, the 12-time winner and record holder of the Azerbaijan Championship, shared his views on the current situation.
"Yes, of course, "Qarabagh's" defeat to "Kapaz" in the 25th round significantly reduced the chances of the Aghdam team and almost killed the intrigue in the championship. But there are still eight rounds ahead and anything is possible in football. Both the "Owls" and the "Steeds" can experience unexpected point losses.
Now a lot will depend on the stability of the Baku club. Even if "Qarabagh" wins all of its remaining games, there is still a need for the leader to lose points. As long as theoretical chances remain, it is too early to say that "Sabah" is unattainable," Gurbanov said.