Turkey (W) vs Azerbaijan Prediction 1 September 2026
🔊 Turkey have cruised through the group stage and head into the playoffs as one of the leading contenders for the title. The tournament hosts now face Azerbaijan, a side that impressed in the preliminary round and rightfully earned their place in the Round of 16. Despite the clear gap in class, knockout matches often follow their own script. Can the Azerbaijani squad make life difficult for the favourites, or will Turkey continue their title quest with minimal fuss?
Head-to-Head
📊 Turkey have come out on top in all three of their previous encounters with Azerbaijan, including a convincing 3-0 win in their most recent meeting. This head-to-head record highlights the significant advantage Turkey hold in this fixture.
Head-to-head statistics Turkey (W) - Azerbaijan

Turkey (W) Team Overview
Turkey are in impressive form, having won four of their last five games. They average 90.2 points per match while conceding just 74. Over their past ten outings, they have picked up nine victories and suffered only one defeat, underlining their consistency and high level of play.
Match Results: Turkey (W)

Azerbaijan (W) Team Overview
Azerbaijan have claimed victory in three of their last five games. The team averages 84.6 points per outing while allowing opponents 82.4. Over their last ten matches, Azerbaijan have picked up six wins, underlining their ability to compete with strong opposition.