Qarabağ–Vestri: David and Goliath in Baku
There is a huge disparity between Qarabağ and Vestri heading into this matchup. The Icelandic team’s history is remarkable in itself: the small club from western Iceland was promoted to the top division for the first time a few years ago, but was subsequently relegated and currently plays in the second division. It qualified for European competition by winning the Icelandic Cup in a surprise upset and is now preparing for its first-ever international cup match.
ÍF Vestri is a small club from western Iceland that was promoted to the top division for the first time in its history in 2023. It was relegated in the 2025 season and currently plays in the second division, but to everyone’s surprise, it won the Icelandic Cup, defeating Valt 1–0 in the final. This earned the club its first-ever appearance in a European cup competition.
The home team has just completed a major roster overhaul. The club signed eight new players this summer: Jali Mouaddib, Zakaria Sawo, Samuel Lobato, Bruno Langa, Martin Zlomislić, Renaldo Cephas, Bence Várkonyi, and Cebrail Makreckis. This isn’t just a matter of filling roster spots: a new goalkeeper, two fullbacks, a center back, and several speedy forwards have joined the team.
The list of departures, however, is no small matter. Leandro Andrade signed with Polissya, following the departures of Emmanuel Addai, Ramil Şeydayev, Sami Mmaee, Toral Bayramov, and Kevin Medina. The loss of Andrade, in particular, could be painful, as he was a key figure in the team’s offense for a long time.
Nevertheless, I think that in the first half, the more professional home team can still secure a comfortable lead, as the small Icelandic team isn’t used to this level of play. I’m betting on the first half.
19-07 
Mayar Sherif - Paula Badosa Sherif -1.5 sets, 4.58 @ PinnacleSherif -1.5 sets
20-07 
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