Sabah started the qualifying campaign confidently, winning two matches against Welsh side The New Saints by a 4-1 aggregate score, and are currently in excellent form. The Azerbaijani team has home field advantage and is the clear favorite, according to bookmakers. While Sabah has been scoring consistently in recent matches, their defense isn't always flawless: in the club's last eight games at all levels, there have been no goals against both themselves and their opponents.
KuPS, meanwhile, is also demonstrating a fighting spirit in European competition. In the first round, the Finnish club defeated Vardar in a dramatic 4-3 aggregate victory, demonstrating their ability to score and fight to the finish. The visitors have some weaknesses in midfield, but the return of striker Jocelyn Luyeille-Lutumba will strengthen their attack. Considering KuPS's good away form, which hasn't lost away since May (6 wins and 2 draws), the Finns have every chance of scoring against the hosts.
