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"Both the number of teams and the level of the championship have increased. We have always emphasized that clubs should be not only in Baku, but also in the regions. Our wish is coming true. The situation in the standings was expected." Vagif Sadigov said this in an interview with Sport24.az.
The chairman of the Coaching Committee commented on the first round of the Misli Premier League:
"Most of the teams that made their claims last year are at the top. "Sumgayit" was able to join the fight with a limited squad. They understand this themselves and will try to strengthen the squad in the winter break. "Turan Tovuz" has been making its claim since last year. This year, they have set themselves the goal of becoming champions. "Imishli" can also be added to this list. At the beginning of the season, no one believed in them. Although "Imishli" has not been in the elite for a long time. A team has been formed that is disciplined and able to fight regardless of the opponent. We would like the "Neftchi" team, which is soon to regain its former glory, to join this fight. I believe that in the next rounds we will witness an even more competitive championship."
Sadigov also stated that the abolition of the legionnaire limit did not affect the championship:
"We did not see a negative impact of the legionnaire limit. We see at least 3-4 local players in the teams' squads. The fact that local players are in the main squad shows that they are worthy of the national team. I don't see any global changes regarding the limit. I think this is the first step. Gradually, local and foreign players will understand that you have to be strong to be in the main squad."
It should be noted that the Sabah" - "Garabagh match in the first round was postponed.
