Qarabag U-19 began their UEFA Youth League campaign today with a 2-1 defeat to Croatian side Dinamo Zagreb in the first leg of the second qualifying round.

Axar.az reports that the team coached by Rashad Sadiqov suffered the defeat. Viktor Ani Chidioke scored Qarabag’s goal from the penalty spot.

The return leg between the teams will take place on November 4.

The winner of the tie will face the winner of the Benfica (Portugal)–Pafos (Cyprus) matchup in the next round.

Qarabag U-19 are competing in the tournament through the Domestic Champions Path, while Sabah U-19 are participating via the Champions League Path.

Teams competing in the Domestic Champions Path must progress through two rounds to reach the round of 32. At that stage, they will be joined by the top 22 teams from the Champions League Path.