On 09.05.2026, the football arena lights up with a Kazakhstan Premier League clash between FC Astana and Kyzyl-Zhar. With a slim edge, FC Astana is the nominal favorite, but the game promises high tension. Our match analysis provides a deep dive into both teams’ tactics, recent results, and player performances. Enhance your betting with our expert prediction.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Yelimay Semey | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 12/8 | 13 |
| 6 | FC Astana | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 11/10 | 12 |
| 7 | Zhetysu | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 9/9 | 12 |
| 8 | Kyzyl-Zhar | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 10/7 | 11 |
| 9 | Atyrau | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 6/5 | 10 |
Key Player Statistics: FC Astana vs Kyzyl-Zhar
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x 1 x 2FC Astana vs Kyzyl-Zhar Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | FC Astana | Kyzyl-Zhar | 29.06.2025 | 3-3 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | FC Astana | 09.03.2025 | 0-2 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Kyzyl-Zhar | 14.09.2024 | 2-1 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | FC Astana | 22.06.2024 | 0-1 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | FC Astana | 29.07.2023 | 1-0 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Kyzyl-Zhar | 20.05.2023 | 3-2 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | FC Astana | 30.10.2022 | 0-2 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Kyzyl-Zhar | 21.08.2022 | 1-0 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | FC Astana | 27.06.2021 | 3-2 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Kyzyl-Zhar | 18.04.2021 | 3-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | Kaspiy | FC Astana | 03.05.2026 | 1-0 |
| Cup | FC Astana | FK Tobol Kostanay | 29.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Atyrau | 26.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premier League | Yelimay Semey | FC Astana | 18.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Ordabasy | 11.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Cup | BKS | FC Astana | 08.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier League | Kairat Almaty | FC Astana | 05.04.2026 | 4-0 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | FK Tobol Kostanay | 20.03.2026 | 2-0 |
| Premier League | Kaisar | FC Astana | 16.03.2026 | 0-0 |
| Premier League | FC Astana | Zhetysu | 08.03.2026 | 4-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | Okzhetpes | 02.05.2026 | 0-1 |
| Cup | Irtysh | Kyzyl-Zhar | 29.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | Ordabasy | 25.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier League | Atyrau | Kyzyl-Zhar | 19.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | Zhenys | 12.04.2026 | 4-0 |
| Cup | Khan Tengri | Kyzyl-Zhar | 09.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Premier League | Kaisar | Kyzyl-Zhar | 04.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | Irtysh | 20.03.2026 | 2-2 |
| Premier League | Ulytau | Kyzyl-Zhar | 16.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| Premier League | Kyzyl-Zhar | Kaspiy | 08.03.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: FC Astana VS Kyzyl-Zhar
Last 20 Matches Statistics: FC Astana vs Kyzyl-Zhar
Bookies' predictions
FC Astana
Betting Intelligence: FC Astana vs Kyzyl-Zhar
There's something brewing in Astana, and I genuinely can't wait for this one.
FC Astana host Kyzyl-Zhar in what looks like a straightforward home win on paper. But dig a little deeper, and this fixture has more intrigue than the odds suggest.
The bookmakers have Astana at 1.68. That reflects their status as favourites, sure. But don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this is a walkover. Kyzyl-Zhar sit just one point behind in the table — 11 points to Astana's 12 from eight games — and they've quietly been one of the tightest defensive sides in the league, conceding only seven goals this season.
Here's what you need to watch for. Astana have been leaking goals. Eleven scored, ten conceded. That's a team that plays open, entertaining football — but also one that can be hurt on the counter. Kyzyl-Zhar love hitting teams on the break. Their recent away win at Atyrau proved exactly that.
The head-to-head record strongly favours Astana. They've won eight of the last fifteen meetings. But here's the surprising stat casual fans will miss — the last time these two met, it ended 3-3. Before that, Kyzyl-Zhar pulled off a shock 1-0 home win. This rivalry isn't as settled as Astana's overall dominance implies.
M. Tomasov is the man to watch for the hosts. Six goals in twelve matches makes him the clear attacking threat. If Kyzyl-Zhar's defender G. Valgushev — already carrying a red card this season — loses his discipline trying to stop him, Astana could earn a crucial penalty. That's a specific market worth exploring.
Both teams score is the bet that excites me most here. Astana's defensive vulnerabilities are real, and Kyzyl-Zhar's top scorer S. Sebai has shown he can punish tired backlines. With both sides averaging over a goal conceded per game, goals feel inevitable from both ends.
My prediction? FC Astana win 2-1. Tomasov grabs one, Astana nick it late, but Kyzyl-Zhar make them work hard for every minute of it.
Wednesday night football in Kazakhstan. Underrated. Unpredictable. Absolutely unmissable.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asilbek Abdurasulov | Uzbekistan | 18 | Forward | n/a | n/a |
| Musa Taushev | Kazakhstan | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Arsen Akhmetov | Kazakhstan | 19 | Forward | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z. Moldabayev | Kazakhstan | 21 | Defender | 180 | 71 |
| A. Litviakov | Moldova | 29 | Defender | 185 cm | 77 kg |
| Y. Bushman | Ukraine | 36 | Midfielder | 175 cm | 70 kg |
| Oleksii Lobov | Ukraine | 28 | Defender | 181 cm | 76 kg |
| Rafael Sabino | Brazil | 29 | Midfielder | 176 | 76 |
| A. Asan | Kazakhstan | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| T. Zhangylyshbay | Kazakhstan | 32 | Attacker | 184 | 73 |
| G. Valgushev | Kazakhstan | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| T. Muldinov | Kazakhstan | 32 | Attacker | 179 | 68 |
| D. Zorić | Montenegro | 32 | Attacker | 187 | 72 |
| A. Cheredinov | Kazakhstan | 27 | Attacker | 182 | 74 |
| S. Sebai | Côte d'Ivoire | 32 | Attacker | 182 | 73 |
| A. Buranchiev | Kazakhstan | 24 | Midfielder | 183 | 67 |
| M. Kao | Côte d'Ivoire | 19 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| O. Noyok | Ukraine | 34 | Midfielder | 174 | 62 |
| N. Gbamblé | Côte d'Ivoire | 24 | Midfielder | 173 | 65 |
| Madi Zhakipbayev | Kazakhstan | 26 | Midfielder | 174 | 65 |
| E. Gorshunov | Kazakhstan | 23 | Midfielder | 183 | 69 |
| S. Zharynbetov | Kazakhstan | 32 | Midfielder | 174 | 64 |
| A. Ulshin | Kazakhstan | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
FC Astana vs Kyzyl-Zhar match odds
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