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Mesut Ozil: Azerbaijan football big surprise

Mesut Ozil at Baku Energy Week: Qarabag's Champions League run a big surprise. Turkey national team aims for final in 2026 World Cup.

Chloe Hall
ByChloe Hall- Senior Editor
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Baku Energy Week has started today. Famous former footballer Mesut Ozil, visiting Baku as part of the Turkish delegation, gave an exclusive interview to Oxu.Az.

Ozil shared his views on Azerbaijan-Turkey relations, the energy forum, and football.

Impressions of Baku Energy Forum: "This is my first time attending. It's a very positive event. Important agreements have been reached for Azerbaijan. I am happy."

Turkey-Azerbaijan relations: "We are brother countries. We always support each other. I am glad to be here."

Azerbaijan football: "I follow it. Especially Qarabag is developing. They had a good season in the Champions League. It was a big surprise. There are talented young players, hopefully we will see them on bigger stages."

World Cup 2026 and Turkey national team: "Our heart beats for Turkey. They can reach the final. We have talented players and a successful coach."

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