UEFA Europa League · Play-offs

Kairat Almaty vs Anderlecht Prediction

Kairat AlmatyKairat Almaty
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AnderlechtAnderlecht
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Publicado: 19 ago 2026Actualizado: 20 ago 2026, 21:11

Match preview

Kairat Almaty host Anderlecht in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League final qualifying round on 20 August 2026. The Kazakh side have demonstrated resilience in European competition this summer, progressing through Champions League qualifiers before elimination by Levski, while Anderlecht arrive as seasoned Europa League campaigners who have won their opening two qualifying ties. Kairat's home advantage is significant—they have lost only two matches at the Almaty stadium in 2026—but Anderlecht's experience and unbeaten record in regulation time this season present a formidable challenge.

Form and Head-to-Head

Kairat have won seven of their last ten home matches, averaging 1.80 goals for and 0.70 against, though they failed to score in two of their last three outings. Anderlecht's away form shows seven wins in ten matches with 1.60 goals for and 0.90 against, but crucially they have not scored more than one goal away from home in their last seven matches. The teams have never met before. Anderlecht's domestic form has been inconsistent—a loss to Beveren preceded their Europa League success—while Kairat remain in the domestic title race, trailing leaders Ordabasy by four points with a game in hand.

Best Bet

Anderlecht to win with a 0 handicap. The Belgian side's European pedigree, unbeaten record in regulation time, and experience navigating two qualifying rounds make them favourites despite Kairat's home advantage. At 1xBet, this bet is priced at 2.15.

Odds to Watch

Both Teams to Score carries appeal given Kairat's attacking potential at home and Anderlecht's proven goalscoring ability in Europe. 1Win offers 1.73 for yes. Over 2.5 goals is available at 1.95 with 1Win, reflecting the potential for an open contest. Under 2.5 goals at 1.82 with Mostbet appeals if either side prioritises defensive solidity in this first-leg encounter.

Kairat Almaty vs Anderlecht Odds

Bookmaker1X2Bet
Melbet3.53.382.12Place a bet
1xBet3.553.482.16Place a bet
1Win3.353.352.1Place a bet
Mostbet3.213.192.02Place a bet
Best odds3.553.482.16
Average3.403.352.10
Lowest odds3.213.192.02
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1X2 prediction for Kairat Almaty vs Anderlecht

Date and time 20 Aug 2026, 15:00

1X222.12
BTTSYes50%

Competitive fixture

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Kairat Almaty vs Anderlecht Odds statistic

Average rates from the last stored matches for each team.

Kairat AlmatyKairat AlmatyLast matchesAnderlechtAnderlecht
100%Over 0.5 goals100%
40%Over 1.5 goals60%
40%Over 2.5 goals60%
20%Over 3.5 goals40%
40%BTTS60%
40%Last 5 BTTS60%

Head to Head Kairat AlmatyAnderlecht

No recent head-to-head meetings are stored for these teams yet.

0% W00% D — 00% W0

No recent matches in the current snapshot.

0%Over 0.50%
0%Over 1.50%
0%Over 2.50%
0%BTTS0%
0%Kairat Almaty over 0.50%

Betting profits Kairat Almaty vs Anderlecht

Historical P/L if you backed each side on the main markets in their recent matches.

Kairat Almaty

MarketOutcomeP/LWinsGames
Match WinnerWin+0.681015
Match WinnerDraw-10.63115
Match WinnerLose-6.69415
Goals Over/UnderOver 1.5-2.7348
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1.5+3.6348
Goals Over/UnderOver 2-0.171115
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2-4.27615
Goals Over/UnderOver 2.5+1.75915
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2.5-4.44615
Goals Over/UnderOver 3+3.00914
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3-2.81914
Goals Over/UnderOver 3.5-1.8227
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3.5-0.3057
Goals Over/UnderOver 0.5+0.0211
Goals Over/UnderUnder 0.5-1.0001
Goals Over/UnderOver 1+0.0411
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1-1.0001
Goals Over/UnderOver 4+3.0511
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4-1.0001
Goals Over/UnderOver 4.5+3.6511
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4.5-1.0001
Both Teams ScoreYes-1.0001
Both Teams ScoreNo+0.6511

Anderlecht

MarketOutcomeP/LWinsGames
Match WinnerWin+3.40613
Match WinnerDraw+6.04513
Match WinnerLose-8.33213
Goals Over/UnderOver 1.5+0.09810
Goals Over/UnderUnder 1.5-1.59210
Goals Over/UnderOver 2.5-0.58713
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2.5-0.43613
Goals Over/UnderOver 3+1.61713
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3-2.19713
Goals Over/UnderOver 3.5+3.91613
Goals Over/UnderUnder 3.5-3.17713
Goals Over/UnderOver 4.5+1.7429
Goals Over/UnderUnder 4.5-0.9279
Goals Over/UnderOver 2-1.09710
Goals Over/UnderUnder 2+1.42510

Match statistics

3333%Possession %67%67
233%Shots on target67%4
250%Shots off target50%2
220%Corners80%8
1139%Fouls61%17
120%Yellow cards80%4
1100%Red cards0%0
133%Offsides67%2

Key events

  • 2'
    J. OksanenOwn goal
    Anderlecht
  • 21'
    M. CvetkovicYellow card
    Anderlecht
  • 24'
    Goal
    Anderlecht
  • 38'
    A. ShirobokovRed card
    Kairat Almaty
  • 45+1'
    D. SikanGoal · assist L. Ambros
    Anderlecht
  • 46'
    M. CvetkovicT. DegreefSubstitution
    Anderlecht
  • 46'
    A. MrynskiyO. BaybekSubstitution
    Kairat Almaty
  • 49'
    A. MaamarYellow card
    Anderlecht
  • 52'
    G. BianconeYellow card
    Anderlecht
  • 60'
    M. GualA. TuyakbaevSubstitution
    Kairat Almaty
  • 60'
    EdmilsonI. BekbolatSubstitution
    Kairat Almaty
  • 63'
    J. Nga KanaO. AntmanSubstitution
    Anderlecht
  • 64'
    J. OksanenYellow card
    Kairat Almaty
  • 72'
    J. OksanenA. SadybekovSubstitution
    Kairat Almaty
  • 72'
    L. MataL. KurginSubstitution
    Kairat Almaty
  • 73'
    E. LlansanaYellow card
    Anderlecht
  • 74'
    A. MaamarM. WinklerSubstitution
    Anderlecht
  • 84'
    E. LlansanaN. OjeaSubstitution
    Anderlecht
  • 84'
    D. SikanA. BertacciniSubstitution
    Anderlecht

Kairat AlmatyLast matches Kairat Almaty

Kairat Almaty are in a strong run: 3 wins in the last 5 matches, scoring 1.2 goals per game.

60% W30% D — 040% L2
  • Kairat Almaty3:1Ulytau
    WPremier League · 15 Aug 2026
  • Kairat Almaty0:1Levski Sofia
    LUEFA Champions League · 11 Aug 2026
  • Levski Sofia1:0Kairat Almaty
    LUEFA Champions League · 04 Aug 2026
  • Kairat Almaty1:0Omonia Nicosia
    WUEFA Champions League · 29 Jul 2026
  • Kairat Almaty2:1Ordabasy
    WPremier League · 26 Jul 2026

Statistics for the last 5 games

Matches
5
Wins
3
Draws
0
Losses
2
Goals / game
1.2
Over 1.5
40%
Over 2.5
40%
BTTS
40%

AnderlechtLast matches Anderlecht

Anderlecht are in a strong run: 4 wins in the last 5 matches, scoring 1.8 goals per game.

80% W40% D — 020% L1
  • SK Beveren1:0Anderlecht
    LJupiler Pro League · 16 Aug 2026
  • Anderlecht3:2PAOK
    WUEFA Europa League · 13 Aug 2026
  • Anderlecht2:1RAAL La Louvière
    WJupiler Pro League · 09 Aug 2026
  • PAOK0:1Anderlecht
    WUEFA Europa League · 06 Aug 2026
  • Anderlecht3:1Hammarby FF
    WUEFA Europa League · 30 Jul 2026

Statistics for the last 5 games

Matches
5
Wins
4
Draws
0
Losses
1
Goals / game
1.8
Over 1.5
60%
Over 2.5
60%
BTTS
60%

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Comparative team statistics

360%Wins80%4
00%Draws0%0
240%Losses20%1
667%Goals scored100%9
480%Goals conceded100%5
00%Points0%0

Season statistic Kairat Almaty vs Anderlecht

Kairat AlmatyKairat Almaty

  • Matches played 5
  • Won home / away 3 / 0
  • Lost home / away 1 / 1
  • Goals scored 6 (1.2)
  • Goals conceded 4 (0.8)
  • Clean sheets 1
  • Failed to score 2

AnderlechtAnderlecht

  • Matches played 5
  • Won home / away 3 / 1
  • Lost home / away 0 / 1
  • Goals scored 9 (1.8)
  • Goals conceded 5 (1.0)
  • Clean sheets 1
  • Failed to score 1

Match details

  • Status Finished
  • Referee Chris Kavanagh, England

Lineups

Kairat AlmatyKairat Almaty

Lineups are usually published 30–60 minutes before kick-off.

AnderlechtAnderlecht

Lineups are usually published 30–60 minutes before kick-off.

Injuries and suspensions

Kairat AlmatyKairat Almaty

No absences listed for this fixture yet.

AnderlechtAnderlecht

No absences listed for this fixture yet.

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