About Şamaxı FK

Şamaxı FK is a professional football club based in Shamakhi, Azerbaijan, currently competing in the Azerbaijan Premier League. Founded in 1997, the club has undergone several name and identity changes throughout its history, reflecting organizational and structural transformations within Azerbaijani football.

Originally established as Khazar University FC, the team later became known as Inter Baku, during which it achieved its greatest successes, including winning the national championship in the 2007–08 season and again in 2009. During this period, the club also competed in European competitions such as the UEFA Champions League and Europa League, marking an important stage in its development.

In later years, the club was renamed Keşlə FK (2017–2022) before adopting its current identity as Şamaxı FK. Despite frequent rebranding and relocation, it remains a stable participant in Azerbaijani top-flight football, with two league titles in its history and continued involvement in domestic and European competitions.