Astana vs Dinamo City prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, July 16, 2026
Europa Conference League
In the Round of 16 qualification of the Europa Conference League on July 16, 2026, the return leg between Astana and Dinamo City will take place. The hosts only need a draw to advance to the next stage.
Astana vs Dinamo City: Team News and Expert Analysis
The ambitious club from Astana is still regarded by many as the national football flagship. However, they have actually been pushed to second place, finishing there for the third consecutive time. Currently, even that position is out of reach, and they are hoping at least to hold onto third. Even after beating Aktobe, Astana remain ten points behind the top two teams.
The team from Tirana, just like in the 2024/2025 season, finished a modest fourth in the league last year but once again claimed the national cup. After a short break, they defeated Sileks in a friendly. Then, they had a win and a draw against Struga.
In Albania, the hosts failed to score. Moreover, they conceded in the 69th minute. That goal by Karimov now puts the Kazakh side in complete control of the tie.
Previous Matches: Astana vs Dinamo City
This is the first time these teams are facing each other on the football pitch.
Of course, a draw would be enough for the hosts. However, they are noticeably stronger—our pick is for them to win with a "-1 goal" handicap (odds – 1.69).
Astana vs Dinamo City: Key Stats and Trends
- Astana have won their last three matches
- On average, Astana scores 1.47 goals and concedes 1.12 goals per match
- 47% of Astana's matches end with both teams scoring and the average total goals per match is 2.59
- Dinamo City have lost three of their last six matches
- The club scores an average of 1.23 goals per game and concedes 0.9
- 41% of Dinamo matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 2.13 goals per match
Astana vs Dinamo City: Probable Starting Lineups
Astana is expected to play in a 1-5-3-2 formation (probable lineup): Tekja - Perndreca, Vilja, Aliyi, Ismaili, Dita - Manellari, Kefalia, Berisha - Kjardaku, Ayodeji
Dinamo City is expected to play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Chondrich - Vorogovskiy, Kalaitsa, Kazhukolovas, Bartolec - Beysebekov, Karaman, Tomasov, Abraev - Islamkhan, Karimov
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