Azerbaijan Premier League action saw Jesse Sekidika step up once again, delivering a crucial goal to rescue Sabah FK from defeat against Qarabag FK on Saturday.

The Nigerian forward’s timely strike ensured his side avoided a costly loss, keeping their fight alive in a tense encounter, Footballrover reports.

Jesse Sekidika saves Sabah FK again with a decisive equaliser

Sabah FK entered the clash eager to bounce back from a disappointing goalless draw with Sabail but found themselves on the back foot early on.

Qarabag FK struck first through Abdellah Zoubir, who fired the hosts into the lead just 17 minutes into the game.

However, Jesse Sekidika had other plans. The 28-year-old forward responded with a clinical finish in the 35th minute, levelling the score and reigniting Sabah FK’s hopes.

With that goal, he extended his season tally to nine goals in 24 appearances, proving to be a consistent bright spot in his team’s struggling campaign.

Despite Sabah FK’s efforts to find a winner, the game remained deadlocked.

Sekidika was substituted in the 72nd minute for Joy Lance Mickels, but neither side could break the tie before the final whistle.

The draw meant Sabah FK has now secured just one victory in their last eight matches, with five draws and two defeats.

Sabah FK struggles continue despite Sekidika’s strike

Sabah FK’s inconsistent form leaves them in fifth place on the Azerbaijan Premier League table with 33 points.

Their inability to turn draws into wins has hindered their progress, and they must find a way to regain momentum quickly.

Next up, Sabah FK will face Sumqayıt in the Azerbaijan Cup quarter-final second leg, following a goalless first fixture.

A strong performance is crucial before they return to league action against Araz, where they will seek to end their winless streak.

Jesse Sekidika’s remarkable impacts continue to be a silver lining in Sabah FK’s turbulent season, but can his contributions help turn things around?

Fans will be watching closely as the Nigerian forward remains their go-to match-saver.

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Last Updated on February 23, 2025 12:20 pm by footballrover