Final score
3️⃣ points sealed. ✅ #AZEBEL #WirSchaffenDas pic.twitter.com/Fn90G4KXeF — Belgian Red Devils (@BelRedDevils) September 9, 2023
96'
It was over, despite the home team's attempts, they could not get any closer and fell again.
91'
Openda was looking for a cross, but the player was offside.
87'
Castagne shot at goal, but the ball goes wide.
86'
Belgium keeps trying, this time Batshuayi sent a lethal shot on goal, but it is rejected.
81'
Carrasco's powerful shot, but Magomedaliyev ends up preventing the ball from going through.
79'
Change of Belgium. Trossard comes off and Lukebakio takes his place.
78'
Sheydaev gets in front in a great way and prevents the play from growing.
74'
Jafarguliyev's powerful shot, but the ball was not heading for goal.
66'
Belgium changes. Tielemans, Bakayoko and Lukaku are replaced by Mangala, Doko and Batshuayi.
62'
Azerbaijan changes. Emreli, Safarov and Gurbanli are replaced by Bayramov, Isaev and Dadasov.
59'
Carrasco looks for the second, but his shots go wide.
52'
Azerbaijan showed up! Bayramov sent a shot, but the ball went wide.
45'
The match restarts for the second half to be played.
45+2'
The first half is over, the visitors win it.
43'
Despite the home side looking to generate danger, Belgium avoided the onslaught.
38'
Goal, goal, goal for Belgium! Carrasco popped up to score the first of the night.
31'
Diniyev shoots powerfully, but Casteels deflects the shot.
24'
Good intervention by Mustafazade, preventing Carrasco's shot from generating danger.
16'
Makhmudov manages to get the ball away from Trossard in a great way.
8'
Lukaku's powerful shot, but the ball goes wide.
0'
The action starts between these two teams.
Belgium: LineUp
Casteels; Castagne, Faes, Vertonghen, Theate; Bakayoko, Onana, Tielemans; Trossard, Lukaku, Carrasco.
Azerbaijan: LineUp
Magomedaliyev; Mammadov, Mustafazade, Kryvotsyuk, Jafarguliev; Diniyev, Bayramov; Sheydaev, Mahmudov, Isaev; Dadashov
To the court
Both teams are already on the field warming up before kickoff.
At home
Azerbaijan have already arrived at the stadium, and the home side will be going all out for their first win.
Present
Belgium is already in Baku, the visitors need to make it three out of three as they look to fight for first place with Austria.
What a thing!
Azerbaijan comes into this match with ten goals conceded and only two scored, the locals need to score goals in their favor.
It's not long now!
With less than an hour to go before kick-off, it's expected to be a hard-fought match.
Let's keep going!
Belgium comes into this match with seven goals scored and only one conceded, the defense will be looking to continue their positive numbers.
It's time to add it up!
Azerbaijan comes into this match with just one point so far in the qualifiers, so they are desperate to make it three points from three in this match.
Aiming to move up a place
With two wins and a draw, the Belgians will be going all out for their team to finish this matchday in first place in the group.
We're back!
We're back for minute-by-minute coverage of the Azerbaijan-Belgium match. We will shortly share with you the most relevant information, as well as the confirmed rosters.
Stay tuned for the Azerbaijan vs Belgium commentary
In a few moments we will share with you the starting rosters for Azerbaijan vs Belgium live, as well as the latest information from the Dalga Arena Stadium. Stay tuned for up-to-the-minute coverage of the match on VAVEL.
Channels for Azerbaijan vs Belgium online
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What time is Azerbaijan vs Belgium matchday 5 of the qualifying round for the European Championship?
This is the kickoff time for the Azerbaijan vs Belgium match on September 9, 2023 in several countries:
Argentina: 08:00 hours
Bolivia: 07:00 hours
Brazil: 07:00 hours
Chile: 08:00 hours
Colombia: 07:00 hours
Ecuador: 07:00 hours
United States: 09:00 hours PT and 11:00 hours ET
Mexico: 07:00 hours
Paraguay: 08:00 hours
Peru: 08:00 hours
Uruguay: 11:00 a.m.
Venezuela: 07:00 hours
Japan: 8:00 a.m.
India: 12:00 noon
Nigeria: 00:00 hours
South Africa: 01:00 hours
Australia: 01:00 hours
United Kingdom ET: 02:00 hours
Belgium Statements
Domenico Tadesco spoke ahead of the match: "He is ready and will start. He hasn't played much for Roma but he's good. He's our leader and our captain. On the other hand, I don't think he will play the whole match."
"Every match is difficult. Azerbaijan lost 5-0 in Sweden but we have to go beyond the result. They are a playful team that likes to have the ball. We will also have to show good mentality."
"We talk too much about the euro. I'm more nervous than usual. Although we've had a good start, we're not yet qualified. And we mustn't take into account that this is already the case."
"We have to accept the playing conditions. The ground will be complicated for both teams. It's good to have been able to see the pitch the day before the game but also to see the facilities and the dressing room. Ultimately, we shouldn't focus too much on things we can't control."
"Kevin De Bruyne is irreplaceable, both in the national team and at Manchester City. We must replace him collectively, all players must contribute. Then, we must aim for intensity, creativity. A player in this position must enter the rectangle and create danger."
"I certainly don't expect an easy win. Azerbaijan lost 5-0 in Sweden, but they had more possession in the first half and could have won 0-1. They are a team that knows how to play soccer. Their left winger Sheydayev could play for any team."
"It's good that we can adapt by finding out about the place this Friday. I spoke to the players on the pitch for five minutes and then turned the page. The quality of the pitch cannot be an excuse."
"The timing is a bit surprising, I really don't understand it. I don't know all the details. I'm sorry and sad for him, it was a pleasure to work with him. He's a good person. He was there. From the beginning he helped me when I needed it."
“I don't think Lukaku can play 90 minutes. Players who have played for their club obviously have an advantage. But someone like Youri Tielemans can certainly play too. He has had a good preparation. He has the rhythm, so he can play. It is his coach at Aston Villa who does not field him but he is ready.”Belgium's final roster
Sels; Castagne, Faes, Vertonghen, Theate; Vranckx; Tielemans; Carrasco, Trésor, Bakayoko; Lukaku
Azerbaijan's final roster
Balayev; Haghverdi, Mustafazada, Kryvotsiuk, Jafarguliyev; Isaev, Richard, Mahmudov; Bayramov, Sheydayev; Dadashov.
How does Belgium fare?
Belgium defeated Estonia in the fourth matchday with a score of three goals to zero, the Red Devils will look to continue to make it three in three and give a great match.
How does Azerbaijan fare?
Azerbaijan arrives to this match after a one-goal draw against Estonia, the home team arrives after resting in the fourth matchday. The home team needs to win urgently and get out of the bottom of the general table.
The match Azerbaijan vs Belgium will be played at Dalga Arena Stadium.
Azerbaijan vs Belgium will be played at the Luxembourg Stadium, located in Azerbaijan. The stadium has a capacity of 18,000 people.
Good afternoon to all VAVEL readers!
Welcome to the Azerbaijan vs Belgium commentary, corresponding to Matchday 5 of the qualifying round for the European Championship. The match will take place at the Dalga Arena Stadium at 9:00 am.