Rahman Dashdamirov Sabah Scout Report
Rahman Dashdamirov
Quick Answer
Rahman Dashdamirov played for Shamakhi FK and Neftçi before joining Sabah on 1 July 2023 — an Azerbaijan international centre-back. His biggest strength is being a regular for an Azerbaijani defender in the title-winning squad, backed by 72 appearances; the key watch point is how his development to centre-back, having started out as a left-back, has shaped his game.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Rahman Dashdamirov |
| Date of birth | 20 October 1999 |
| Age | 26 |
| Place of birth | Azerbaijan |
| Nationality | Azerbaijan |
| Primary position | Centre-Back |
| Shirt number | 5 |
| Current club | Sabah (1 July 2023 (contract extended in June 2025)) |
| Contract status | Until 30 June 2027 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-2018 (U19) | National youth setup | Azerbaijan — first call-up, as a left-back |
| — | Shamakhi FK | Azerbaijan |
| — | Neftçi | Azerbaijan |
| 2023-present | Sabah | Azerbaijan Premier League — since 1 July 2023, 72 appearances, 1 goal |
Azerbaijani-born Dashdamirov was first called up to the Azerbaijan U19 national team as a left-back in 2017 at age 17. After spells at Shamakhi FK and Neftçi, he joined Sabah on 1 July 2023. In June 2025 he signed a contract extension with the club running to 30 June 2027. As of 27 June 2025 he had made 72 appearances and scored 1 goal for Sabah. Shaped by the tactical demands of Azerbaijani football, he has developed over time into a composed centre-back who prioritises solidity within a back four. He represents the Azerbaijan national team.
Playing Style & Assessment
Dashdamirov offers a centre-back profile who plays a clean first pass thanks to his ball-playing background as a former left-back, while prioritising positional discipline within a back four.
Strengths
- Regular starter in the champion squad — His 72-appearance record points to being one of the trusted defensive names at Azerbaijan’s reigning champions.
- International experience — Representing the Azerbaijan national team points to being a recognised profile domestically.
- Versatile defensive background — Having started his career as a left-back adds extra flexibility in terms of ball-playing ability and covering wide areas.
Development Areas
- Limited experience abroad — He has played only in the Azerbaijan league throughout his career, with no experience in a different country.
- Low goal contribution — Just 1 goal in 72 appearances shows his set-piece contribution has been limited for a centre-back.
- Positional transition process — The shift from left-back to centre-back may have taken time to fully embed defensive habits, warranting further observation in high-tempo matches.
Level Projection
Verdict: An Azerbaijani centre-back with international experience who is a regular at the country’s reigning champions; could be assessed as a rotation option or watch-list candidate for mid-budget Süper Lig sides seeking ball-playing quality.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Süper Lig rotation / mid-budget |
| Primary role | Centre-Back |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Regular starter in the champion squad |
| Key risk | Limited experience abroad |
| Scout verdict | Live scouting recommended |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Rahman Dashdamirov? A centre-back who played for Shamakhi FK and Neftçi before joining Sabah in 2023, representing the Azerbaijan national team.
What shirt number does Rahman Dashdamirov wear at Sabah? He wears the number 5 shirt at Sabah.
Sources & Methodology
This profile was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
- Wikipedia — Rahman Dashdamirov
- UEFA.com — Rahman Dashdamirov player profile
- ESPN — Rahman Dashdamirov statistics
