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Azerbaijan and Hungary play out an intense draw in Baku
A vibrant friendly match between Azerbaijan and Hungary at the Liv Bona Dea Arena in Baku ended in a draw that reflected the intensity and dynamism of the encounter. The match, officiated by Belarusian Viktor Shimusik, saw Hungary dominate possession with 62%, generating a total of 25 shots, 8 of which were on target. However, Azerbaijan, with 38% possession, proved effective in front of goal.
The match started at a frenetic pace. Hungary quickly took the lead in the 5th minute with a goal by B. Varga, assisted by L. Nego. The Hungarian joy was short-lived, as Azerbaijan responded almost immediately in the 7th minute with a goal from R. Dadashov, thanks to an assist from R. Dashdamirov. The first half continued with Hungarian dominance, which translated into another goal in the 33rd minute, this time by D. Szoboszlai, with another assist from B. Varga, leaving the score 2-1 at halftime.
The second half was more tactical and marked by fouls. Azerbaijan committed a total of 15 fouls, receiving 4 yellow cards, while Hungary accumulated 6 fouls and one yellow card. Despite the difference in possession and shots, the score did not change further, sealing a draw that leaves both teams with good feelings heading into their next commitments. Azerbaijan demonstrated defensive solidity and effectiveness, while Hungary will need to improve their aim despite their dominance in the game.
Substitutions hungary: at minute 46 K. Csoboth came in and R. Sallai went out., at minute 58 P. Szappanos came in and B. Toth went out., at minute 58 B. Dardai came in and A. Toth went out., at minute 58 A. Osvath came in and B. Bolla went out., at minute 72 C. Styles came in and L. Nego went out., at minute 85 A. Csongvai came in and A. Schafer went out.
Substitutions azerbaijan: at minute 55 N. Akhundzade came in and C. Huseynov went out., at minute 55 T. Bayramov came in and E. Cafarquliyev went out., at minute 69 K. Aliyev came in and M. Emreli went out., at minute 69 S. Abdullazada came in and A. Nuriiev went out., at minute 69 M. Gurbanli came in and R. Dadashov went out., at minute 85 R. Rustamli came in and I. Ibrahimli went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Azerbaijan
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Hungary
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