UEFA Champions League League Stage - 4
Qarabag 2 - 2 FT Chelsea
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ R. Lavia ↑M. Caicedo 8'
Estevao (Andrey Santos) 16'
29' Leandro Andrade (C. Duran)
31' ↓ Kady Borges ↑E. Addai
39' M. Jankovic
Andrey Santos 44'
HT
↓ Andrey Santos ↑E. Fernandez 46'
↓ T. George ↑L. Delap 46'
↓ J. Gittens ↑A. Garnacho 46'
47' Matheus Silva
Reece James 47'
A. Garnacho 53'
61' ↓ C. Duran ↑N. Akhundzade
61' ↓ Leandro Andrade ↑T. Bayramov
↓ Joao Pedro ↑F. Buonanotte 71'
75' ↓ E. Cafarquliyev ↑Dani Bolt
75' ↓ A. Zoubir ↑O. Kashchuk
87' Kevin Medina
Moisés Caicedo 90'+1
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Qarabag
Goalkeepers
M. Kochalski 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Matheus Silva 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Mustafazada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Medina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Cafarquliyev 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
A. Zoubir
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Pedro Bicalho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Jankovic 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Kady Borges
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Leandro Andrade
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
C. Duran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
BENCH
S. Mahammadaliyev 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
F. Buntic
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Mmaee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dani Bolt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Bayramov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Huseynov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Huseynov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chriso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Kashchuk
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Akhundzade
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Addai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Cabrayilzada
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Chelsea
Goalkeepers
R. Sanchez 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
R. James
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Adarabioyo 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
J. Hato 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
M. Cucurella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Andrey Santos 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
R. Lavia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
8
Entry
Estêvão
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Joao Pedro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
J. Gittens
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
T. George
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
F. Jorgensen
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Merrick
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
T. Chalobah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Gusto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
W. Fofana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Acheampong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Fernandez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
M. Caicedo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Buonanotte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Delap
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Guiu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Garnacho 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
45
Minutes
7.3
Rating
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22/11/2017 | Qarabag | 0 - 4 | Chelsea | UEFA Champions League | Baku Olympic Stadium |
| 12/09/2017 | Chelsea | 6 - 0 | Qarabag | UEFA Champions League | Stamford Bridge |
Qarabag Win
Chelsea Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +11
P: 4 GD: +10
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +9
P: 4 GD: +8
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -5
P: 4 GD: -8
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 4 GD: -7
P: 4 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -8
P: 4 GD: -9
P: 4 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +19
P: 8 GD: +14
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -13
P: 8 GD: -11
P: 8 GD: -14
P: 8 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Estevao Rescues Chelsea From Qarabag's Penalty Trap
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. A draw that felt like defeat for Chelsea, yet a lifeline snatched from the jaws of collapse—this was Champions League theatre at its most unforgiving.
The Early Blitz and Qarabag's Fightback
Estevao announced Chelsea's intent with a clinical finish in the 16th minute, converting a crisp setup from Andrey Santos to hand the visitors an early intensity advantage. But Qarabag, perched atop the group with 22 points from 10 games, refused to be intimidated. Leandro Andrade levelled in the 29th minute after C. Duran's assist, then M. Jankovic converted a penalty before half-time to flip the balance entirely. Chelsea's defensive frailties—19 fouls committed, three yellow cards earned—had already cost them dearly.
Garnacho's Salvation and the Turning Point
The second half belonged to Chelsea's desperation. Alejandro Garnacho restored parity in the 53rd minute, a crucial equaliser that prevented a humbling defeat at Tofiq Bahramov Stadium. Chelsea's possession dominance (61%) and 16 total shots should have yielded more, yet they managed only four on target—a stark indictment of their final-third execution. Qarabag's defensive solidity, despite their lower xG (1.63 vs Chelsea's 1.26), proved the night's defining narrative.
The Unfinished Business
This draw leaves Chelsea's European ambitions hanging by a thread. With only 7 points from four games and a position of 22nd in the group, they cannot afford further slips. Qarabag, meanwhile, squandered a golden opportunity to cement their stakes as genuine contenders. The upset factor was palpable—a Baku side threatening an elite English club—but both teams depart with unfinished business and the bitter taste of points left on the pitch.
Key Questions
Did Estevao's goal change the match?
It gave Chelsea early control, but Qarabag's two quick replies—including a penalty—proved the young talent's impact was fleeting against organised opposition.
Why did Chelsea's possession not translate to victory?
Only 4 of 16 shots found the target. Qarabag's compact defence and Chelsea's profligacy in the box cost them dearly.
What does this result mean for Chelsea's group stage hopes?
Precarious. Seven points from four games leaves them fighting for survival in a brutally competitive European campaign.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Survival on the Line in Baku
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. This is a high-pressure collision where the margin for error has vanished for two sides desperate to secure their place in the knockout phase.
The Setup
As the Champions League league stage intensifies, Chelsea find themselves in a precarious 13th position, far from the safety of the top-eight automatic qualification spots. While their Form has shown flashes of brilliance with 13 goals scored, two losses in six games have left them vulnerable. For Qarabag, sitting in 22nd, the Stakes could not be higher. They occupy one of the final playoff berths, and any further slip-up at the Tofiq Bahramov Stadium on November 05, 2025, could see them tumble out of the top 24 entirely. The Azerbaijani champions have struggled with defensive Balance, conceding 13 goals already, a weakness the London side will be eager to exploit.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in the struggle between Chelsea's high-pressing midfield unit and Qarabag's deep defensive transition. Without individual Stars dominating the stat sheets for the hosts, the collective discipline of the Qarabag back line will be tested by the fluid movement of the visitors' attacking rotations. If the home side can frustrate the Londoners and hit on the break, they can turn this into a grudge match that defies the standings. However, the technical quality in the visitors' engine room remains the deciding factor in maintaining control of the tempo.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey opening as Qarabag prioritizes defensive stability to protect their fragile standing. Chelsea will likely dominate possession, patiently probing for gaps in a low block. While the home crowd will provide a hostile atmosphere, the visitors' depth should eventually tell. We anticipate a breakthrough midway through the second half, followed by a late insurance goal as the hosts are forced to overextend. A 1-2 victory for the visitors looks the most probable outcome, keeping their hopes of a top-eight finish alive while leaving the hosts in a desperate scramble for points.