At Parken Stadium on 26 November 2025, FC Copenhagen and Kairat Almaty meet in a clash between two sides still searching for their first Champions League win of the campaign.
Copenhagen Finally Scent an Opportunity
Copenhagen came close to celebrating a long-awaited victory in the group stage, only to concede a late equaliser in the 2:2 draw with Bayer Leverkusen. Their three losses before that showed the gap in class within the group, but the recent derby win over Brøndby brings a welcome emotional lift. At home they tend to play with more confidence, especially when facing an opponent of similar stature, and this match presents one of their best chances to break the winless streak.
Kairat Competitive but Vulnerable
For Kairat, this Champions League campaign is already historic, yet results have been understandably modest. The heavy defeats to Sporting and Real Madrid highlighted the difficulty of competing at this level, though the performance in Milan - a narrow 1:2 loss to Inter - suggested improvement and a growing belief. Still, Kairat remain prone to conceding chances, especially away from home, where their defensive structure struggles under pressure.
Expect Goals from Both Sides - Prediction: Over 2.5 / BTTS Yes
Both teams enter this match knowing this is their most realistic opportunity to collect points, which naturally raises the attacking ambition. Copenhagen, encouraged by recent performances, will push for goals, while Kairat have also shown they can strike when given space. Given the defensive fragilities on both ends, the match has all the ingredients for an open contest.
