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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in Champions League Predictions
Experienced UEFA Champions League campaigners Qarabag will hope to make it a memorable first meeting against Shelbourne Dublin as the sides meet in the second qualifying round of the 2025-26 campaign. The first leg of the tie will be played on Wednesday in Dublin with our prediction of both teams scoring goals. The winner of this two-legged tie moves to the third qualifying round to play the winner of the match between Shkendija of North Macedonia and FCSB of Romania. The loser gets transferred to the Europa League third qualifying round.
The Irish champions got past Linfield in the first qualifying round to reach this phase, while Qarabag got a direct spot after winning the 2024-25 Azerbaijan Premier League. Despite a challenging start to this campaign, the arrival of Joey O'Brien appears to have invigorated their spirits.
Qarabag have been serial campaigners in the Champions League Qualifiers and will have the experience of what’s required in critical ties like these. The only concern is about this being their first competitive game of the campaign, as they warmed up with three defeats in four friendlies. Read further to find out more about our analysis, team news, and match predictions.
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The Best Betting Odds for Shelbourne Dublin v Qarabag FK Match
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5.25 | 3.9 | 1.55 |
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5.5 | 3.75 | 1.53 |
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5 | 3.9 | 1.57 |
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4.75 | 4 | 1.6 |
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5.1 | 4.35 | 1.56 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Shelbourne Dublin and Qarabag FK?
Our prediction for the Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK match is: both teams to score.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 23/07/2025 between Shelbourne Dublin and Qarabag FK in Champions League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 35.28% for a win of Shelbourne Dublin against Qarabag FK with odds of 5.67 at 22bet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK is 19.77% with odds of 4.35 at Unibet.
- Our prediction model gives a 44.95% chance ⭐ for a win of Qarabag FK vs Shelbourne Dublin with odds of 1.62 at Bwin.
Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK Form
Shelbourne Dublin and Qarabag FK Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
19 Jul 2025 - FAI Cup
16 Jul 2025 - Champions League
9 Jul 2025 - Champions League
4 Jul 2025 - Airtricity League
27 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
23 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Jul 2025 - Champions League
4 Jul 2025 - Airtricity League
20 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
13 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
23 May 2025 - Airtricity League
19 May 2025 - Airtricity League
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
19 Jul 2025 - FAI Cup
16 Jul 2025 - Champions League
27 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
23 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
16 Jun 2025 - Airtricity League
30 May 2025 - Airtricity League
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
11 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
7 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
30 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
31 May 2025 - Azerbaijan Cup
24 May 2025 - Topaz Premier League
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
11 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
7 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
30 Jun 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
31 May 2025 - Azerbaijan Cup
18 May 2025 - Topaz Premier League
11 May 2025 - Topaz Premier League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
15 Jul 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
24 May 2025 - Topaz Premier League
27 Apr 2025 - Topaz Premier League
11 Apr 2025 - Topaz Premier League
2 Apr 2025 - Azerbaijan Cup
28 Mar 2025 - Topaz Premier League
Shelbourne Dublin - Qarabag FK: Form Analysis
Shelbourne won 4-0 last weekend away from home in the domestic cup competition. That result kept them unbeaten in six competitive matches, winning and drawing three matches each. Four of those matches saw both teams score goals, so the home fans could be bracing up for some action.
Two of those three wins in that sequence have come at home, so Shelbourne will look to make the most of their home leg. This is their first match in the Champions League since 2006, so it’s anybody’s guess how the side will respond to the momentous occasion, although they edged past Linfield 2-1 in the previous round.
Qarabag are playing their 11th qualifiers in the last 12 Champions League campaigns.
That underlines their pedigree at this level and perhaps gives them an edge. The Azerbaijanis are playing their first competitive game of the season, and adding to those concerns, they have underperformed in the friendlies.
Qarabag lost three of their four preparatory friendlies, and all matches have been high-scoring. In every fixture, both teams scored, and at least one team had struck twice, so the visiting fans could be bracing for another exciting return.
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Shelbourne Dublin & Qarabag FK Squad Analysis
Shelbourne rotated their squad in last weekend’s win, where they lined up in a 5-3-2 formation. They played in a 4-4-2 formation at home in the first qualifying round, while shaping up in a 4-3-3 system for the return leg.
With an experienced Qarabag up against them, the Irish hosts may look to stay in the defensive setup. Ademipo Odubeko has scored in three of their last four matches, including the decisive winner of the first qualifying round, so he could be their key player.
Qarabag conceded 11 goals in four friendlies!
That could put the focus on their goalposts, where Shahrudin Mahammadaliyev is likely to be their man. Their regular choice, Amin Ramazanov, remains the only absentee from the squad.
The visitors are set to start in their 4-3-3 formation with forward Nariman Akhundzade set to be their key player. In the three friendlies he played in the off-season, Akhundzade scored three goals and will look to line up more here, especially as his 20 games in Europe landed just one goal and two assists.
Shelbourne Dublin - Qarabag FK Key Points
- In seven of their last 11 matches, Shelbourne saw both teams score goals.
- Three of Shelbourne’s last six matches in European competitions have returned goals from both teams.
- Qarabag conceded goals in their last 12 matches in Europe.
- Both teams scored goals in Qarabag’s last five matches this season, four being friendlies.
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Our Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK Prediction
Qarabag needs no introduction on the European stage, as they remain regulars every season in one of the three European tournaments. In fact, they are aiming to compete in the group stage of a UEFA competition for the 12th season in a row. Shelbourne will be aware of their low chances starting this tie as dar horses, but are likely to go harder to make the most of the home leg.
This match could see some goals, and our Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK prediction is both teams to score.
Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK - Other Interesting Predictions
Qarabag to win and BTTS
Qarabag haven’t been in great form lately, but a chance to create history in Europe is motivation enough to step up. The Azerbaijani visitors will look to get something in their bag before the second leg next week, and their experience in continental action could come to their rescue.
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Shelbourne Dublin vs Qarabag FK match : Frequently asked questions
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