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The New Saints will face Sabah of Azerbaijan in the opening qualifying round of the 2026-27 Champions League. Craig Harrison's men won the Cymru Premier title for the fifth successive season last time out to once again be Wales' representatives in Europe's premier club competition.
What's at Stake?
The Saints have never reached the group stages of the Champions League, although they did progress into the group phase of the Conference League for the first time during the 2024-25 season.
Recent Form
As of 01 Jul 2026, The New Saints are in top form, with a league standing of 1st in Premier League, 80 pts, 26W-2D-4L from 32 games, and a recent form of WWWLW. They have a 22-point lead at the top and have scored 81 goals this season, conceding only 25.
Upcoming Match
They will take on Sabah in Azerbaijan on either 7 or 8 July in the first round first leg, with the second leg to be played at Park Hall a week later.
Opposition
Masazir-based Sabah - who were formed in 2017 - are set to play in European competition for the fourth season in a row. The Owls won the Azerbaijan Premier League for the first time last season having finished nine points clear of 12-time champions Qarabag.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League Standing | 1st in Premier League |
| Points | 80 |
| Wins | 26 |
| Draws | 2 |
| Losses | 4 |
| Recent Form | WWWLW |
| Goals Scored | 81 |
| Goals Conceded | 25 |
| Lead at the Top | 22 points clear of GAP Connah S Quay FC |
| Last Result | Barry Town 0-1 The New Saints (2026-04-18) |
