Zira vs Sumqayit: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Zira prepare to host Sumgayit on May 17, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this AZERBAIJAN: Premier League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.

Zira, currently 5th in the standings with 50 points from 31 games, trail the leaders by 25 points. They've earned 26 points from 16 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win and 4 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Sumgayit, sitting 7th with 41 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 21 points from 16 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Recent meetings between Zira and Sumgayit have favored Zira, with Zira claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-0). Overall, Zira have asserted clear dominance in this fixture over recent seasons.

In their previous league match against Imisli, Zira recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Sumgayit's last outing came against Araz, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Zira are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Zira and Sumgayit are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Zira's fixtures have averaged 1.7 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Sumgayit's games average 2.5 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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