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Qarabag FK vs Chelsea Lineups, Preview

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Emmanuel Mendez | Last updated Nov 5, 2025 7:52 AM ET

One of the earliest matches in this Champions League matchday is Qarabag FK hosting Chelsea at the Tofiq Bahramov Republican Stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Both teams have six points in the Champions League this season after three matches played. Qarabag and Chelsea have two wins and one loss in the competition so far.

Qarabag's previous match in the Champions League was a 3-1 loss to Athletic Bilbao away from home a few weeks ago. Qarabag took the lead over the La Liga side in the first minute, courtesy of a Leandro Andrade goal.

Athletic Bilbao turned it around with goals from Gorka Guruzeta, who scored two, and Robert Navarro.

Chelsea last played against Ajax at Stamford Bridge in the Champions League, where they won 5-1. The goal scorers for Chelsea over Ajax were Marc Guiu, Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, Estevao, and Tyrique George.

Moises Caicedo of Chelsea celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD3 match between Chelsea FC and AFC Ajax at Stamford Bridge on October 22, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Chelsea's previous match was over the weekend in the Premier League as they defeated Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 away from home. The goal scorer was Joao Pedro, who was assisted by Moises Caicedo.

Where to Watch Qarabag FK vs Chelsea

Qarabag FK vs Chelsea will kick off at 12:45 p.m. ET/ 9:45 a.m. PT in the United States. The match will kick off at 9:45 p.m. local time in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The match will be available to watch on TV channels and through streaming services in the U.S. The match will be shown across multiple countries, including Azerbaijan, and in the UK.