Astana vs Zhenis prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on July 2, 2026
Premier League Kazakhstan
In the 16th round of the Kazakhstan Premier League, a match between Astana and Zhenis will take place on July 2, 2026. The hosts have been struggling, but they must strive for victory.
Astana vs Zhenis: Team News and Expert Analysis
The recent national giant is losing ground. Last season, they aimed for the top spot but ultimately fell a few points short of Kairat. Now, Ordabasy has also pulled ahead, and Astana can win in, at best, half of their matches. In the summer, they lost 0-2 to Aktobe. In the last round, they managed only a 2-2 draw against the same opponent.
The club from the same city finished the 2025 season with 36 points and in sixth place. This year's results are no better, with as many defeats as victories. In their last two matches, against Irtysh and their current opponent, both ended in draws.
The capital's top club scores an average of 1.4 goals per match while conceding noticeably less—1.13 on average. Their more modest neighbors fare much worse: 0.87 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Previous Matches: Astana vs Zhenis
Last season, the teams exchanged "home" wins.
Having avoided defeat on the road, the hosts now need to maximize their home advantage. We believe they can secure a victory at home (odds – 1.70).
Astana vs Zhenis: Key Statistics and Trends
- Astana has won three of their last seven matches
- 47% of Astana's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.53
- Zhenis has lost three of their last six games
- 47% of Zhenis' matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.07
Astana vs Zhenis: Predicted Starting Lineups
Astana is expected to play in a 1-5-3-2 formation (probable lineup): Chondrich – Kasym, Kalaitsa, Vorogovsky, Beisebekov, Bartolec – Islamkhan, Karaman, Tomasov – Abraev, Karimov
Zhenis is expected to play in a 1-5-4-1 formation (probable lineup): Plotnikov – Tursynbai, Kpozo, Saravanya, Bystrov, Saulet – Imnadze, Adilio, Kuat, Jian Martins – Elder Santana
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's position in the Kazakhstan Premier League standings.
