Irtysh vs Zhenis prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on July 11, 2026
Premier League Kazakhstan
In the 17th round of the Kazakhstan Premier League on July 11, 2026, Irtysh will face Zhenis. The hosts will try to secure important points in their battle for survival.
Irtysh vs Zhenis: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Pavlodar finally returned to the country's top league after a long pause, finishing second in the local First League in 2025. However, at a higher level, they have only managed to beat another newcomer, Altai, and have often drawn matches. Against Kaisar, after a defeat, they also managed a draw—but remain at the very bottom of the table.
The team from Astana finished sixth in the previous national championship with 36 points. This season, their form is worse, but they are still holding on to a mid-table position. In the clash with their illustrious neighbor, Astana, they had one draw and one loss.
This newcomer scores only 0.88 goals per match, conceding one and a half times more—1.31. The players from the capital have even lower stats: 0.81 goals scored and 1.19 goals conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Irtysh vs Zhenis
In the last five encounters, the Pavlodar team claimed two victories, while the other three matches ended in draws.
The teams are seen as evenly matched for a reason—they are equally weak. In this case, the option "total under 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.60) can be considered.
Irtysh vs Zhenis: Key Statistics and Trends
- Irtysh have drawn five of their last seven matches
- 56% of Irtysh's matches end with goals by both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.19
- Zhenis have lost three of their last five matches
- 44% of Zhenis' matches end with goals by both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.0
Irtysh vs Zhenis: Probable Starting Lineups
Irtysh plays a 1-5-4-1 formation (possible lineup): Rikhard - Malikeydar, Steven Godfrey, Khadarkevich, Ibrahim, Yudenkov - Jean Po, Shimamura, Zharynbetov, Khalmatov - Shvyrev
Zhenis plays a 1-5-4-1 formation (possible lineup): Plotnikov - Saulet, Tevzadze, Kpozo, Saravanya, Bystrov - Imnadze, Adilio, Kuat, Jian Martins - Santana
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