Sabah: Man Utd's Champions League debutant opponents

Founded just nine years ago, Sabah are about to walk out at Old Trafford on their Champions League bow.

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What happened. Sabah FK will make their Champions League debut away to Manchester United, hosting the return of the English club to the competition. The Azerbaijani side was only founded in September 2017 and has risen from the second tier to domestic champions.

• Created by construction chairman Yagub Huseynov; 'Sabah' means 'tomorrow' in Azeri.
• Promoted to the top flight after higher-placed clubs failed to get licences.
• Won the Azerbaijan Cup in May 2025 and a maiden Premier League title.

The tie marks Sabah's first Champions League outing against a club returning to the tournament after a nine-year absence.

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