Manchester United welcome Sabah Baku to Old Trafford in the opening round of the UEFA Champions League on September 10, 2026. The Red Devils have endured an inconsistent start to the season, losing 0-2 to Hull City before bouncing back with a 5-2 victory over Ipswich and a 2-2 draw against Everton. Sabah Baku, meanwhile, are making their historic first appearance in Europe's premier club competition after an impressive domestic campaign that saw them claim the Azerbaijani title. The visitors have already impressed in qualifying, eliminating The New Saints, KuPS, Aarhus, and Hapoel Be'er Sheva en route to the group stage. They arrive in Manchester unbeaten domestically this season with three consecutive wins.
Form and H2H
Manchester United have won just one of their last four matches and have conceded in seven consecutive outings, a concerning trend ahead of facing an in-form opponent. Sabah Baku have won their last three matches and boast an impressive 17-game scoring streak. This will be the first-ever meeting between the two clubs, with the Azerbaijani side seeking to make a statement despite their away status against one of Europe's traditional powerhouses.
Best Bet
Both teams to score represents the standout betting opportunity in this fixture. Manchester United's defensive vulnerabilities combined with Sabah Baku's prolific attacking form and scoring consistency make this outcome highly probable. The odds available are 1.12 at 1Win and Mostbet, or 1.15 at 1xBet.
Odds to Watch
Manchester United are heavy favourites to claim victory, with odds of 1.12 to 1.15 across the market. Sabah Baku's underdog status is reflected in prices ranging from 20.0 to 29.0, while the draw sits between 7.7 and 9.2 depending on your chosen operator. Given the visitors' impressive qualifying run and domestic form, the longer odds on an away result or stalemate offer value for those seeking alternatives to the home win.
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