 On 14 June 2014, Gabala announced Dorinel Munteanu as their new manager, on a one-year contract.On 8 December 2014, Munteanu was relieved of his duties as manager, following four wins in sixteen matches.Sanan Gurbanov was put in temporary charge following the departure of Munteanu, with Roman Hryhorchuk being announced as the club's new permanent manager following the clubs 1-1 draw with Inter Baku on 21 December 2014.