Sabah FK and FK Neftchi meet on Saturday, Jan 23 at 5:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Premier League. Just 1 point separate them in the standings.

Sabah FK come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 2D 1L). FK Neftchi, meanwhile, arrive drawing too many games (3D in last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Sabah FK head into this on the back of a defeat, while FK Neftchi arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

History strongly favours Sabah FK here — they've won 4 of 10 previous meetings against FK Neftchi, with 5 draws. Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Sabah FK a slight edge, but FK Neftchi are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.