The statement came from new Minister of Youth and Sports Farid Gayibov , APA reports quoting Report .

"Unfortunately, our team lost yesterday's game. I, like other citizens, regret that our team lost. We would like our players to play better, "he said.

He also said that a number of things have been done in connection with Azerbaijani football: “I think we will work with the Football Federation to further develop this sport. We must work with them in this area. "

It should be noted that the Azerbaijani national team lost to Portugal in the qualifying round of the 2022 World Cup with a score of 0: 3 at the Baku Olympic Stadium.