The head coach of Neftchi PFC Fuzuli Mammadov expressed his views at a press conference after the test match with Gabala. He stressed the importance of test matches in terms of restoring the game experience:

"We had a test match two days ago. We want to improve the physical condition of our team and adapt to this tension, given the short break between championship games. As for today's match, it was interesting, both teams played well. Unfortunately, one "Two of our players were slightly injured. However, such meetings are important in terms of restoring the game experience. I thank the members of both teams for their perseverance."

Then the head coach answered journalists' questions: "We made 7 substitutions. It is unpleasant for a young, inexperienced player to be injured in such games. Therefore, we did not want to risk them. In this case, the team is not ready to play every three days. Short breaks are very dangerous for players. So last time Platellas and this time Monroe were injured. Although there are micro-injuries, they are still injured. We try our best to be ready for the tension. I can say with confidence that we will not be physically ready. We will play every two days. It means that we are preparing the team for the championship matches. We are in favor of continuing the championship. We are adjusting the team to this. However, training at this level will not allow the players to be ready for the championship. It will be difficult for our team to continue the championship.